The Millbrae City Council meeting on September 9, 2025, highlighted significant advancements in electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure and renewable energy initiatives in the community. The meeting featured a presentation from Peninsula Clean Energy, led by the Director of Government Affairs, who emphasized the agency's role in providing clean energy to San Mateo County residents.

Peninsula Clean Energy, a community-led agency, reported that it supplies energy to 97% of residents in the county, resulting in an approximate 10% discount on generation rates compared to traditional providers. Over nearly a decade, Millbrae residents have collectively saved around $4 million, contributing to a countywide total of nearly $200 million in savings.

A key focus of the presentation was the expansion of EV charging infrastructure. The agency has installed EV chargers at various city locations, including City Hall and the Recreation Center, and is working on solar installations at civic buildings. Notably, a ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled for September 20, 2025, to celebrate the installation of 143 EV chargers at the Bayview condominium complex, marking it as one of the largest installations in a multi-unit residential building west of the Mississippi.

The event will be held at 11:00 AM, and attendees are encouraged to RSVP due to limited space. The initiative aims to facilitate the transition to electric vehicles by addressing the common concern of charger availability for residents. The collaboration with local businesses and organizations, including the San Mateo County Association of Realtors, underscores the community's commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting public health through cleaner energy solutions.