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Howard Chang @ceo.avaenergy.org · 19/05/2026

As clean energy deployment grows, more jobs are needed. Ava is supporting training programs to create “green ladder” job opportunities. Read more: AvaEnergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/ava-supports-training-programs-to-fill-clean-energy-jobs

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Howard Chang @ceo.avaenergy.org · 12/05/2026

It doesn't take a PhD from MIT to be the Mayor of San Leandro, but it helps. Mayor Juan González, vice chair of Ava's Board of Directors, is featured in the latest "From the CEO's Desk" newsletter: AvaEnergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/faces-of-ava-san-leandro-mayor-juan-gonzalez

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Howard Chang @ceo.avaenergy.org · 05/05/2026

With the opening of a new DC fast charging station in downtown Oakland, Ava is rolling out a network of high-speed charging stations that will make it easier to drive an EV in the Bay Area. Read more: AvaEnergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/ava-opens-new-electric-vehicle-charging-station

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Howard Chang @ceo.avaenergy.org · 29/04/2026

Rapid policy changes have put residential solar power on the “solar coaster.” In this article, we look at what’s changing, how customers & marketers are responding to it, and ask, does it still make sense to go solar? AvaEnergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/data-corner-does-it-still-make-sense-to-go-solar

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Howard Chang @ceo.avaenergy.org · 08/04/2026

The latest edition of our "From the CEO's Desk" newsletter is out now. Read about Ava's rate-setting process, how we're supporting clean energy job training, our new EV charging network, and more: AvaEnergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk

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Howard Chang @ceo.avaenergy.org · 29/12/2025

2025 was an eventful year of advocacy in Sacramento. From affordability, to decarbonization, to local development, we take a look back in this article at key pieces of legislation Ava supported and preview opportunities that lie ahead for community choice. Read more: AvaEnergy.org/2025-leg-sess

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Howard Chang @ceo.avaenergy.org · 17/11/2025

Our latest newsletter is out: ➡️ How Ava is responding to changing federal priorities ➡️ Early insights from our e-bike rebate program ➡️ Fremont chooses 100% renewable energy ➡️ Board Chair Betsy Andersen's vision for accessible, affordable decarbonization Read more: lnks.gd/2/35LZ-MM

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Howard Chang @ceo.avaenergy.org · 18/07/2025

Ava has saved millions through “prepayment bonds,” leveraging public ownership advantages unavailable to investor-owned utilities. This innovative financing technique allows CCAs to pay for decades of renewable energy upfront, locking in certainty and lower rates. More: avaenergy.org/from-the-ceo...

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Ava Community Energy @avaenergy.org · 08/07/2025

🚴⚡ Ava Bike Electric is now live! Ava customers and Alameda County residents can apply for instant rebates ranging from $400-$1,500 to help cover the cost of a new e-bike. Better than any Prime Day deal 👀 Ready to join the e-bike revolution? Visit AvaEnergy.org/bike-electric

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Howard Chang @ceo.avaenergy.org · 02/07/2025

Ava has saved millions of dollars through “prepayment bonds,” leveraging public ownership advantages unavailable to investor-owned utilities. This innovative technique allows CCAs to pay for decades of renewable energy upfront, locking in certainty and lower rates: avaenergy.org/from-the-ceo...

Text overlay on image of wind turbine: "Prepay bond financing saves Ava $22 million"

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Howard Chang @ceo.avaenergy.org · 30/06/2025

A major fire at a battery station at Monterey Bay has raised safety concerns, just as energy storage takes off in California. Power suppliers, regulators, and safety officials are revisiting rules and protocols to ensure battery storage remains a viable path to a cleaner energy system. Link in🧵

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Howard Chang @ceo.avaenergy.org · 24/04/2025

I am very excited about out our VPP approach. There’s a lot of discussion about the value of VPPs in energy markets, but there isn’t much talk about the value to customers. As a public agency with ‘community’ literally in our name, we’re leaning into the work of sharing VPP value with our customers.

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Howard Chang @ceo.avaenergy.org · 11/03/2025

Community choice aggregation (CCA) is not just a California phenomenon. Ava staff got together with CCAs from seven other states at the first national conference to see how CCAs work in other states. More in our newsletter: AvaEnergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/community-choice-is-a-national-phenomenon

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Howard Chang @ceo.avaenergy.org · 03/03/2025

Jack Balch is Ava’s board chair and the new mayor of Pleasanton. He draws from his day job in finance and building mgmt to apply a bottom-line view to Ava. Read his profile in our newsletter: AvaEnergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/faces-of-ava-jack-balch-the-bottom-line-mayor-of-pleasanton/ #EnergySky

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Faces Of Ava: Jack Balch, The Bottom Line Mayor Of Pleasanton - Ava Community Energy

Jack Balch is the Chair of Ava’s Board and the new Pleasanton Mayor. He draws from his day job in finance and building management to his work with Ava.

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Howard Chang @ceo.avaenergy.org · 28/02/2025

Ava’s solid financial picture results in a new round of bill credits to customers, as well as a new solar and storage program, and stronger operating reserves. Read more in our newsletter at AvaEnergy.org/from-the-ceos-desk/ava-returns-funds-to-customers #CommunityChoice #EnergySky #CCA

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Howard Chang @ceo.avaenergy.org · 27/02/2025

The new issue of our 'From the CEO's Desk' newsletter is out! -Returning Funds Through Bill Credits & Programs -Jack Balch, the Bottom Line Mayor of Pleasanton -Community Choice Is a National Phenomenon -Getting to Know Stockton & Lathrop, in an Energy Way content.govdelivery.com/accounts/CAO...

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