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Title Due Date Maximum Award Amount Sort ascending Description
Self-Generation Incentive Program No Due Date Given $5,000,000.00

Initiated in 2001, the Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) offers incentives to customers who produce electricity with wind turbines, fuel cells, various forms of combined heat and power (CHP) and advanced energy storage. Retail electric and gas customers of San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E), Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E), Southern California Edison (SCE) or Southern California Gas (SoCal Gas) are eligible for the SGIP. Beginning in May 2012, all technologies previously eligible for the expired Emerging Renewables Program are now eligible for the SGIP program. Originally set to expire at the end of 2011, SB 412 of 2009 extended the expiration date to January 1, 2016, and SB 861 of 2015 further extended the expiration date to January 1, 2021. Any program funding remaining after January 1, 2021 must be returned to the utilities to reduce ratepayer costs.

Systems less than 30 kW will receive their full incentive upfront. Systems with a capacity of 30 kilowatts (kW) or greater will receive half the incentive upfront, and the the other half will be paid over the following five years based on the actual performance. The following technologies will receive the corresponding upfront incentive (or half of this figure if the system is 30 kW or larger): 

Generation Technologies as of March 2019:

  • Wind turbines: $0.90/W
  • Other Generation: $0.60/W
  • Max Biogas Adder: $0.60/W

Storage Technologies as of March 2019:

  • Large Scale Storage Not Claiming ITC: $0.35/Wh - $0.40/Wh depending on utility
  • Large Scale Storage Claiming ITC: $0.25/Wh - $0.29/Wh depending on utility
  • Small Residential Storage: $0.25/Wh - $0.35/Wh depending on utility
  • Residential Storage Equity <= 10 kW: $0.35/Wh - $0.50/Wh depending on utility
  • Residential Storage Equity > 10 kW Claiming ITC: $0.25/Wh - $0.40/Wh depending on utility
  • Non-Residential Storage Equity Not Claiming ITC: $0.35/Wh - $0.50/Wh  
  • Non-Residential Storage Equity Claiming ITC: $0.25/Wh - $0.40/Wh  

The biogas incentive is an adder and may be used in conjunction with fuel cells or any conventional CHP technology. For example, a gas turbine that uses biogas is eligible for an incentive of $1.73/W. An additional incentive of 20 percent will be provided for the installation of eligible distributed generation or advanced energy storage technologies produced by California supplier. 

There is no minimum or maximum eligible system size, although the incentive payment is capped at 3 MW. Further, the first megawatt (MW) in capacity will receive 100% of the calculated incentive, the second MW will receive 50% of the calculated incentive, and the third MW will receive 25% of the calculated incentive. Applicants must pay a minimum of 40% of eligible project costs (the biogas adder is not included in calculating the limit). Projects using the Federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) must pay 40% of the eligible project costs after the ITC is subtracted from the project costs (i.e., the SGIP credit is limited to 30% of project costs).

PG&E, SCE, and SoCal Gas administer the SGIP program in their service territories, and the California Center for Sustainable Energy administers the program in SDG&E's territory. Customers of PG&E, SDG&E, SCE and SoCal Gas should contact their program administrator for an application, program handbook and additional eligibility information.

Program Administrator Contact Information:

Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E)
Web: http://www.pge.com/en/mybusiness/save/solar/sgip.page
Phone: 415-973-6436
Email: selfgen@pge.com
Fax: (415) 973-2510
Mailing Address: Self-Generation Incentive Program
P.O. Box 770000
Mail Code B27P
San Francisco, CA 94177-001

Center for Sustainable Energy (CSE)
Web: http://energycenter.org/sgip
Phone: (858) 244-1177
Fax: (858) 244-1178
Email: sgip@energycenter.org
Address: Center for Sustainable Energy
Attn: SELFGEN Program
9325 Sky Park Court, Suite 100
San Diego, CA 92123

Southern California Edison (SCE)
Web: http://www.sce.com/sgip
Phone: 1-866-584-7436
Fax: (626) 302-6132
Email: SGIPGroup@sce.com
Address: Program Manager Self-Generation Incentive Program
Southern California Edison
1515 Walnut Grove Avenue
Rosemead, California 91770

Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas)
Web: http://www.socalgas.com/innovation/self-generation/
Phone: 1-866-347-3228
Email: selfgeneration@socalgas.com
Fax: (213) 244-8222
Address: Self-Generation Incentive Program Administrator
Southern California Gas Company
555 West Fifth Street, GT22H4
Los Angeles, CA 90013-1011

https://www.selfgenca.com/
LAWDP Electric Vehicle Incentives No Due Date Given $500,000.00

Charge Up LA!

Plug in and save with electric vehicle programs, charging stations and rebates. 

 

LADWP Residential Customers

  • Used EV rebate 
    • Up to $1,500 for eligible used electric vehicles purchased 9/1/2019 or after
    • Up to $450 for eligible used electric vehicles purchased between 4/1/2018 and August 31, 2019
  • Residential EV Charger Rebate
    • Up to $500 for a qualifying Level 2 EV charger
    • $250 for a dedicated TOU meter
  • EV Rate discount
    • Customers with a dedicated TOU EV meter for charging stations qualify for rate discount for off peak charging

 

Commercial Customers

  • Level 2 Charging Stations
    • This program is on pause while we update the requirements
  • Direct Current Fast Chargers
    • Up to $75,000 per charging station depending on power output
    • Up to 3 rebates per premises if publicly available
  • Medium and Heavy Duty EV Charging Stations
    • Up to $125,000 per charging station depending on power output
    • Up to $500,00 per premises
  • EV Rate discount
    • Customers with a dedicated TOU EV meter for charging stations qualify for rate discount for off peak charging
www.ladwp.com/ev
City of Palo Alto Utilities - Solar Water Heating Program No Due Date Given $100,000.00

City of Palo Alto Utilities is offering incentives for their residential, commercial and industrial customers to install solar water heating systems on their homes and facilities. Incentives are based on the estimated energy savings.  Single-family residential incentives are capped at $2,719 for gas-displacing systems and $1,834 for electricity or propane-displacing systems. Commercial systems are capped at $100,000.

https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/gov/depts/utl/pathway_to_sustainability/solar/water_heating.asp
Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) Business Electric Vehicle Incentives No Due Date Given $80,000.00

SMUD’s incentives make it easy and affordable for your business to be EV ready.

Take advantage of incentives for electric forklifts and your commercial vehicles including light-duty cars, trucks or semi-tractors. Plus, electric vehicle charging installations for customers, tenants or employees are eligible for incentives ranging from $1,500 for each level 2 EV charger port to $80,000 per DC Fast Charger.

https://www.smud.org/en/Going-Green/Electric-Vehicles/Business#main-content
Air Conditioner Incentive No Due Date Given $50,000.00

Replacing your old and inefficient air conditioner units can save more money than you think

Incentives are available for the installation of new high-efficiency air conditioner (AC) units replacing your existing and operating air conditioner units. As your AC unit approaches or reaches its useful life expectancy of 15 years, replacing it with a new high efficient AC unit can save 40-60% on electricity compared to the existing unit.

 

Units Type

Units Ton Range

Efficiency Rating

Incentive Amount

Maximum Incentive

PTAC Units

≤ 2.5-Ton

20% > Minimum EER from

Title -24 standards

$100 per Ton

 

 


25% of
project cost
or
$50,000 whichever is less

Package AC

2.0- ≤ 5.3-Ton AC

≥ 15 thru ≥17

$75 - $400 per Ton

Package AC

≥ 5.4-Ton & Greater AC

≥ 9.7 EER  thru ≥ 11.2 EER

$.10 per kWh annual savings


 
If you are ready to replace your old unit with a new high efficiency air conditioner unit, please download the following information and contact us about your project. (All Projects are subject to funding availability)

Program Steps
 

  • Download the Program Guidelines and Air Conditioner Incentive Table documents.
  • Download the Air Conditioner Application: (Re-name file using account address and Name)
  • Please download and complete all required forms (including the tax forms - W-9 & 590)
  • Questions about the program details simply fill out our online form. A representative will contact you within 2-3 business days.
https://www.anaheim.net/2543/Air-Conditioner-Incentive
Burbank Water & Power - Green Building Incentive Program No Due Date Given $30,000.00

The U.S. Green Building Council is a non-profit organization that promotes the design and construction of buildings that are environmentally responsible, profitable, and healthy places to live and work. The Green Building Council developed the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System in order to more accurately provide incentives those using these practices. The LEED Green Building Rating System issues points across five categories to those striving to attain LEED status for new commercial construction or major renovation of commercial buildings, as well as multifamily and mixed-use developments that are five units or greater, or four stories or higher.  Rebates provided by Burbank Water & Power correspond to the following point totals and LEED certification levels:

  • Certified (40–49 points) - $15,000
  • Silver (50–59 points) - $20,000
  • Gold (60–79 points) - $25,000
  • Platinum (80 points and above) - $30,000

Incentives are on a first come first serve basis. More information can be found on the web site listed above.

https://burbankwaterandpower.com/conservation/commercial-programs-rebates/leed-incentive-program
Express Energy Solutions No Due Date Given $20,000.00

Is this program right for me?

  • Are you a commercial, industrial or multi-family SMUD customer?
  • Do you know what energy efficiency upgrades you want to install?
  • Are you ready to start?

Things to know

  • You can Install the measures yourself or hire a contractor of your choice.
  • Express Energy Solutions can pay rebates up to $20,000 per account, per year. 

For large or complex projects not eligible for the Express Energy Solutions program, consider our Custom Incentives. If you are a small to mid-sized business and need help identifying products that can reduce your bill and locating contractors who can install them, consider SMUD's Complete Energy Solutions program.

Who's eligible?

  • SMUD customers who are currently on a commercial billing rate
  • Property managers of a multi-family complex operating as a business

How does it work?

  • Review our EES Procedures Manual and Rebates for qualifying products, eligibility and performance requirements.
  • View and select your measures from our list of qualified products.
  • NoteRebates larger than $5,000 require pre-approval. For rebates under $5,000, apply online within 90 days of installation.
  • Submit your rebate application along with required documents to smud.org/MyAccount.

Whether you choose to be your own contractor, or hire a professional contractor, all parties need to first set up a My Account at smud.org in order to apply for a rebate.

https://www.smud.org/en/Business-Solutions-and-Rebates/Business-Rebates/Express-Energy-Solutions
IID Energy - Residential Energy Efficiency Rebate Program $5,000.00

Imperial Irrigation District Energy offers incentives to residential customers to encourage energy efficiency. This incentive takes the form of rebates offered for qualifying energy efficient appliances and building improvements. Rebates are only available for existing homes. New construction homes do not qualify. Rebates are not guaranteed and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Rebates are available on attic insulation, attic fans, ENERGY STAR refrigerators, ENERGY STAR dual pane windows, room air conditioners, ENERGY STAR clothes washers, central air conditioners, heat pumps, shade screens, evaporative cooler, radiant barriers, ductless mini-split systems, and variable speed pool pumps. Most rebates are offered on a per unit basis, with the exception of central air conditioners, heat pumps, attic insulation, shade screens, radiant barriers, and windows, which are based on system size. To be eligible for these rebates, IID residential customers need to mail in a completed application and copies of receipts/invoices. If all criteria have been met, a rebate check will be mailed within 8 - 10 weeks.  For more information, consult the program web site.

Eligible rebates:

Attic Insulation: $0.30/sq ft
Electric Attic Fan: $75
Solar Attic Fan: $125
Refrigerator: $75/unit
Dual Pane Windows: $2.00/sq ft
ENERGY STAR Room Air Conditioner: $100/unit
ENERGY STAR Clothes Washer: $100/unit
Variable Speed Pool Pumps: $200/unit
HVAC Systems: $125 - $300/ton
Shade Screens: $1.00 / sq. ft.
Evaporative Cooler: $300/unit
Radiant Barrier: $0.30 / sq. ft
Ductless Mini Split Systems: $200
Thermostat: $50/unit

https://www.iid.com/customer-service/save-energy-and-money/your-home/residential-rebates
Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) Residential Rebates No Due Date Given $2,500.00

SMUD makes it easier for you to invest in energy efficiency products through rebates and special promotions. Looking for instant savings? Learn about instant rebates on appliances and energy products.

The SMUD residential rebates cover:

  • Appliances
    • Induction cooktop/range
    • Heat pump water heater
    • Clothes washer
  • Heating and Cooling
    • HVAC replacement
    • Smart thermostat
https://www.smud.org/en/Rebates-and-Savings-Tips/Rebates-for-My-Home
SDG&E Instant Water Heater Rebates No Due Date Given $500.00

Electric Heat Pump Water Heaters

Upgrade to a heat pump water heater and cut hundreds off your water heating costs every year.

$500 Instant Rebate

Instant rebates are only available for electric heat pump water heaters that meet the following criteria:

  • Electric heat pump water heater 50–55 gallon with Uniform Energy Factor (UEF) of 3.09 or higher
  • Post-purchase rebates are not available

 

Gas Water Heaters
Gas water heaters provide energy savings, cut costs on utility bills and are known for their performance and reliability.

$100 Instant Rebate

Instant rebates are available for gas water heaters that meet the following criteria:*

  • Natural gas water heater 40-gallon
  • Natural gas water heater 50-gallon

*Detailed eligibility requirements:

  1. The rebate applies to gas-for-gas equipment replacements on burnout or to new installations.
  2. The water heaters must be ENERGY STAR®-qualified products. 
  3. Does not cover water heaters used for space conditioning, process end-use applications, pools or spas.
  4. These measures are applicable to any building type in the residential building sector.
  5. These measures replace a storage water heater with another storage water heater.
https://www.sdge.com/rebates