Energy Upgrade™ California
New incentives for energy-efficient home improvements
Energy Upgrade California is a new incentive program for shared customers of Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas) and Southern California Edison (SCE).
Incentives of up to $4,000 are available to shared SoCalGas and SCE customers who complete certain energy-saving home improvements. With a variety of participation options, you can increase comfort, improve indoor air quality and possibly save money on your utility bills.
Why upgrade?
Many air leaks in homes are fairly obvious, such as around windows, doors and electrical outlets. But others, like those in attics, around chimneys, and through recessed lighting fixtures, are often the more significant sources of energy loss in a home. Energy upgrades will help to optimize your home's energy efficiency. You could also enjoy these benefits:
- Realize long-term energy savings
- Help reduce greenhouse gases
- Increase indoor comfort
- Improve indoor air quality
Which projects are eligible?
Each home's needs are unique, so a variety of upgrades are available, depending on what’s best for you.
To participate in either the Basic or Advanced Upgrade Packages, you must meet these requirements:
- Own a single-family detached home
- Be a customer of both SoCalGas and SCE
- Use a participating program contractor
Some counties are offering rebates in addition to SoCalGas and SCE incentives. Check with your local county office for more information.
Basic Upgrade Package
You can receive $1,000 when you complete the following improvements:
- Blower-door-based air sealing
- Attic insulation (min. R-38 all accessible areas)
- Pipe wrap for all accessible domestic hot water heater piping
- Duct sealing (If duct system present)
- Low flow showerhead with thermostatic flow restriction valve control or thermostatic flow restriction valve control device
- Combustion safety test
Advanced Upgrade Package
You can receive between $1,250 and $4,0002 in incentives by completing the Basic Upgrade Package improvements, plus installing a variety of approved energy-efficient measures to meet a minimum energy savings of 10%-40%:
- Wall insulation
- Proper sizing of hot water system
- Heating and cooling system upgrade
- Other permanently affixed improvements, such as these:
- Windows
- Cool Roofs
- Radiant barrier
Energy savings will be based on a modeling simulation performed by the participating contractors. This consists of a comparison of your home's energy/thermal usage prior to and following the completion of package improvements.
Program Contact
To sign up for more information and updates about Energy Upgrade California, visit EnergyUpgradeCA.org. *
Getting started: Home Energy Efficiency Survey
Before starting home upgrade projects, it's a good idea to learn how to improve the way you consume energy in your home. Take a 15 minute survey and get customized energy-saving tips!
Available Financing Options and Federal Tax Credits
To help offset the cost of some of these improvements, there are various financing options available. For more information on financing opportunities, visit our Home Energy Upgrade Financing page.
Federal Tax Credits on certain improvements are also available through December 31, 2011. Visit the ENERGY STAR® website * for more information.
