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Powering California with Local Energy

California’s Energy Initiative helps homeowners in wildfire-prone and underserved areas reduce grid dependence through state-supported self-generation programs.

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About

Helping Californians Reduce Grid Dependence

California’s Energy Initiative helps homeowners in wildfire-prone and underserved areas use self-generation systems to reduce grid dependence. It focuses on improving energy reliability, lowering costs, and building safer, more sustainable communities across California.

25k

Home Assessments

$120M

State Incentives

200

Certified Partners

15k

Systems Installed

Investing in Local Energy

Investing
in Local Energy

After years of wildfire damage, California utilities shifted focus from rebuilding old infrastructure to supporting locally distributed energy systems. These programs help stabilize the grid and make clean, reliable power more accessible to homeowners.

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Supported by Utilities

Local utility partners review and approve qualified self-generation systems submitted through trusted third-party administrators. Eligible homeowners can receive bill credits for contributing to community-based energy solutions.

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How It Works

Your Path to Energy Independence

Follow these four steps to lower your bills, protect your home, and switch to clean, reliable power.

Schedule Your Assessment

Book a free home visit with a certified program administrator to confirm your eligibility for local energy incentives.

Get Approved

Once verified, your application is reviewed by your utility provider to confirm funding and equipment eligibility.

Install Your System

Certified installers set up your battery storage and self-generation system to reduce costs and grid use.

Enjoy Energy Independence

Store clean power, lower monthly bills, and stay protected during outages with reliable utility support.

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FAQs

California clean energy program overview

Do I need to own my home?

Yes. If you don’t own the home, someone listed on the property title must be available during the assessment.

Do I need to own my home?

Yes. If you don’t own the home, someone listed on the property title must be available during the assessment.

Do I need to own my home?

Yes. If you don’t own the home, someone listed on the property title must be available during the assessment.

What do you need from me?

The program administrator will need access to your electrical panel (usually outside or in the garage) and a recent copy of your electric bill.

What do you need from me?

The program administrator will need access to your electrical panel (usually outside or in the garage) and a recent copy of your electric bill.

What do you need from me?

The program administrator will need access to your electrical panel (usually outside or in the garage) and a recent copy of your electric bill.

Are there any hidden fees or charges?

No. Assessments are completely free, and there are no hidden costs or surprise fees at any step of the process.

Are there any hidden fees or charges?

No. Assessments are completely free, and there are no hidden costs or surprise fees at any step of the process.

Are there any hidden fees or charges?

No. Assessments are completely free, and there are no hidden costs or surprise fees at any step of the process.

Can I reschedule my assessment?

Yes. Contact us at (877) 743-1143 and we’ll help you reschedule quickly at a time that works best for you.

Can I reschedule my assessment?

Yes. Contact us at (877) 743-1143 and we’ll help you reschedule quickly at a time that works best for you.

Can I reschedule my assessment?

Yes. Contact us at (877) 743-1143 and we’ll help you reschedule quickly at a time that works best for you.

How long does the process take?

Most assessments are completed in one visit, and applications are typically reviewed within 2–4 weeks depending on your utility provider.

How long does the process take?

Most assessments are completed in one visit, and applications are typically reviewed within 2–4 weeks depending on your utility provider.

How long does the process take?

Most assessments are completed in one visit, and applications are typically reviewed within 2–4 weeks depending on your utility provider.

What happens after approval?

If your home qualifies, installation partners will contact you to finalize your system setup and connect it to your utility for ongoing benefits.

What happens after approval?

If your home qualifies, installation partners will contact you to finalize your system setup and connect it to your utility for ongoing benefits.

What happens after approval?

If your home qualifies, installation partners will contact you to finalize your system setup and connect it to your utility for ongoing benefits.

Power Your Home, Secure Future

Get started with California’s self-generation incentives and gain energy independence today.

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Our Reviews

What Californians
Are Saying

“We used to worry every summer about outages, but since joining the program, our home stays powered and cool. It’s such a relief.”

– Emily Rivera

Resident, San Diego, CA

“We used to worry every summer about outages, but since joining the program, our home stays powered and cool. It’s such a relief.”

– Emily Rivera

Resident, San Diego, CA

“The installation was quick, the team was professional, and the savings started showing up on our first bill. Couldn’t be happier.”

– Jonathan Kim

Resident, Irvine, CA

“The installation was quick, the team was professional, and the savings started showing up on our first bill. Couldn’t be happier.”

– Jonathan Kim

Resident, Irvine, CA

“Our neighborhood had several wildfire shutoffs last year. With the battery system installed, we’re finally prepared for anything.”

– Maria Alvarez

Resident, Santa Rosa, CA

“Our neighborhood had several wildfire shutoffs last year. With the battery system installed, we’re finally prepared for anything.”

– Maria Alvarez

Resident, Santa Rosa, CA

“Honestly, I didn’t expect it to make such a difference. Now we store our own energy and barely notice grid outages anymore.”

– Robert Chen

Resident, Sacramento, CA

“Honestly, I didn’t expect it to make such a difference. Now we store our own energy and barely notice grid outages anymore.”

– Robert Chen

Resident, Sacramento, CA

“The whole process was easier than expected. They handled all the paperwork for state incentives. We just enjoy lower bills now.”

– Lauren White

Resident, Pasadena, CA

“The whole process was easier than expected. They handled all the paperwork for state incentives. We just enjoy lower bills now.”

– Lauren White

Resident, Pasadena, CA

“We joined mainly to save money, but it feels good knowing we’re helping California reach its clean energy goals.”

– Carlos Mendoza

Resident, Fresno, CA

“We joined mainly to save money, but it feels good knowing we’re helping California reach its clean energy goals.”

– Carlos Mendoza

Resident, Fresno, CA

“The installation was quick, the team was professional, and the savings started showing up on our first bill. Couldn’t be happier.”
– Jonathan Kim
Resident, Irvine, CA
“Our neighborhood had several wildfire shutoffs last year. With the battery system installed, we’re finally prepared for anything.”
– Maria Alvarez
Resident, Santa Rosa, CA
“Honestly, I didn’t expect it to make such a difference. Now we store our own energy and barely notice grid outages anymore.”
– Robert Chen
Resident, Sacramento, CA
“The whole process was easier than expected. They handled all the paperwork for state incentives. We just enjoy lower bills now.”
– Lauren White
Resident, Pasadena, CA
“We joined mainly to save money, but it feels good knowing we’re helping California reach its clean energy goals.”
– Carlos Mendoza
Resident, Fresno, CA
“We used to worry every summer about outages, but since joining the program, our home stays powered and cool. It’s such a relief.”
– Emily Rivera
Resident, San Diego, CA
“The installation was quick, the team was professional, and the savings started showing up on our first bill. Couldn’t be happier.”
– Jonathan Kim
Resident, Irvine, CA
“Our neighborhood had several wildfire shutoffs last year. With the battery system installed, we’re finally prepared for anything.”
– Maria Alvarez
Resident, Santa Rosa, CA
“Honestly, I didn’t expect it to make such a difference. Now we store our own energy and barely notice grid outages anymore.”
– Robert Chen
Resident, Sacramento, CA
“The whole process was easier than expected. They handled all the paperwork for state incentives. We just enjoy lower bills now.”
– Lauren White
Resident, Pasadena, CA
“We joined mainly to save money, but it feels good knowing we’re helping California reach its clean energy goals.”
– Carlos Mendoza
Resident, Fresno, CA
“We used to worry every summer about outages, but since joining the program, our home stays powered and cool. It’s such a relief.”
– Emily Rivera
Resident, San Diego, CA
“The installation was quick, the team was professional, and the savings started showing up on our first bill. Couldn’t be happier.”
– Jonathan Kim
Resident, Irvine, CA
“Our neighborhood had several wildfire shutoffs last year. With the battery system installed, we’re finally prepared for anything.”
– Maria Alvarez
Resident, Santa Rosa, CA
“Honestly, I didn’t expect it to make such a difference. Now we store our own energy and barely notice grid outages anymore.”
– Robert Chen
Resident, Sacramento, CA
“The whole process was easier than expected. They handled all the paperwork for state incentives. We just enjoy lower bills now.”
– Lauren White
Resident, Pasadena, CA
“We joined mainly to save money, but it feels good knowing we’re helping California reach its clean energy goals.”
– Carlos Mendoza
Resident, Fresno, CA
“We used to worry every summer about outages, but since joining the program, our home stays powered and cool. It’s such a relief.”
– Emily Rivera
Resident, San Diego, CA
“The installation was quick, the team was professional, and the savings started showing up on our first bill. Couldn’t be happier.”
– Jonathan Kim
Resident, Irvine, CA
“Our neighborhood had several wildfire shutoffs last year. With the battery system installed, we’re finally prepared for anything.”
– Maria Alvarez
Resident, Santa Rosa, CA
“Honestly, I didn’t expect it to make such a difference. Now we store our own energy and barely notice grid outages anymore.”
– Robert Chen
Resident, Sacramento, CA
“The whole process was easier than expected. They handled all the paperwork for state incentives. We just enjoy lower bills now.”
– Lauren White
Resident, Pasadena, CA
“We joined mainly to save money, but it feels good knowing we’re helping California reach its clean energy goals.”
– Carlos Mendoza
Resident, Fresno, CA
“We used to worry every summer about outages, but since joining the program, our home stays powered and cool. It’s such a relief.”
– Emily Rivera
Resident, San Diego, CA