Inland Regional Energy Network (I-REN)
Inland Regional Energy Network (I-REN)
EnergyOverview
Inland Regional Energy Network Program, also known as IREN, is an Energy program that conducts the administration of energy efficiency programs.
Advancing Energy Efficiency Across Inland Southern California
No-cost energy programs, technical assistance, workforce training, and resources for local governments, businesses, and communities across Riverside and San Bernardino counties.
What is I-REN?
The Inland Regional Energy Network (I-REN) is a collaborative energy-efficiency initiative led by the Western Riverside Council of Governments (WRCOG) in partnership with the Coachella Valley Association of Governments (CVAG) and the San Bernardino Council of Governments (SBCOG). Together, we help local governments, educational institutions, businesses, and communities reduce energy use, lower costs, and build a more sustainable future.
Regional Energy Networks (RENs) were established by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to expand energy-efficiency services beyond traditional utility-administered programs.
The I-REN Business Plan was approved by the CPUC on November 18, 2021, with a budget of $65 million to be funded through program years 2022 to 2027.
Why I-REN?
Save Money – Reduce energy costs through technical assistance, planning, and efficiency programs.
Build Sustainable Communities – Support clean energy, resilience, and climate goals.
Grow the Energy Workforce – Expand career pathways and workforce training opportunities
Support Local Governments – Receive expert guidance for energy planning, funding, and code compliance.
Our Programs
A key priority of I-REN is expanding access to energy-efficiency opportunities in hard-to-reach and disadvantaged communities. By working closely with local partners, I-REN helps ensure that the benefits of energy savings, workforce development, and sustainable infrastructure investments are available across the Inland Region.
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