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Your Locally Controlled Electricity Provider Offering Clean Energy  

Community and environment are top priorities in Coachella Valley. Desert Community Energy was formed to provide cleaner, greener energy at transparent rates. Together, we will improve the environment and reinvest in our communities.

DCE reduced Palm Springs' greenhouse gas emissions the equivalent of taking 22,000+ cars off the road!

DCE's Desert Saver customers have saved almost $200,000 in the first six months of service

Thank you, Palm Springs, for fighting climate change by reducing carbon emissions by 105,388 metric tons in 2021!

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Market Your Business As Carbon Free With DCE

If your business is on our Carbon Free plan, we want to thank you for  partnering with us to help reduce greenhouse gas emmissions! Sign-up now for our FREE program to get marketing tools and be featured in our campaign! Click here to learn more! 

Get Paid To Save Electricity With OhmConnect

DCE customers are eligible to receive $50 for joining OhmConnect and receiving alerts to save electricity when it is the most expensive and gives off the most pollution. This is a limited time offer with no strings attached and is not a rebate. Click here to learn more and save energy & money today! *Mobile Home residents and multifamily units with master meters are not eligible for this promotion. 

Save Money On Your Electricity Bill With DCE

Click here to watch this special announcement from former DCE Chair Geoff Kors about how Desert Community Energy can help save you money on your electricity bill and benefit the community. All residents and businesses in the City of Palm Springs were enrolled in DCE's Carbon Free plan offering 100% carbon-free energy at a premium to help reduce the community's greenhouse gas emissions and save our environment. You can save money on your bill by opting down to the Desert Saver plan that offers a savings over SCE’s base rate plan. To opt-down to our Desert Saver plan, click here or call our customer service center Monday-Friday at (855) 357-9240.

DCE NEWS: DCE Signs Local Wind Power Agreements for the City of Palm Springs

How It Works

Desert Community Energy purchases electricity on behalf of the residents and businesses enrolled in the program. Southern California Edison (SCE) delivers your electricity and maintains the lines as it always has and you still get a single monthly bill from SCE. 

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The Choice Is Yours

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Our basic plan comparable to current SCE rates and energy mix

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DCE’s premium plan will give you 100% carbon-free energy

How Do I Join Desert Community Energy?

You don't have to do anything to become a DCE customer. If you are a Palm Springs resident or business, you are automatically enrolled in our Carbon Free plan. This energy is the best way to reduce your carbon footprint and help reduce our climate impacts because it is 100% carbon-free. You also may opt down to our Desert Saver plan, which is a lower cost but significantly less green energy than our Carbon Free plan. 

To get involved with Desert Community Energy, consider joining our Community Advisory Committee.

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Financial Assistance Programs

Programs such as CARE (California Alternative Rates for Energy), FERA (Family Electric Rate Assistance) and Medical Baseline Allowance are available to DCE customers through Southern California Edison (SCE). For more information on how you can save up to 30% on your energy bill, click here and contact SCE by calling 1-800-477-6620 or visit www.sce.com/care.

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Desert Community Energy - DCESunday, July 14th, 2024 at 6:00am
Not only is washing your laundry with cold water an eco-friendly choice, but it can also help you save a significant amount of energy and money. By using cold water, you can reduce the energy consumption of your washing machine by up to 90%. This simple switch in your laundry routine not only benefits the environment but also contributes to lowering your utility bills.
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Desert Community Energy - DCEFriday, July 12th, 2024 at 6:00am
By allowing you to control the temperature of your home more efficiently, programmable thermostats can help you reduce your energy consumption and lower your utility bills. These smart devices enable you to set specific temperatures for different times of the day, ensuring that you're not wasting energy when you're not at home or when you're asleep!

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73710 Fred Waring Drive, Suite 200
Palm Desert CA 92260
Office: (855) 357-9240
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DCE in the Community

To view the community presentation regarding the launch of DCE, please click below:

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