SDGE Rebate Programs – Get Paid to Upgrade!

May 4, 2026

Did you know you that San Diego Gas & Electric will pay you to make your home more energy efficient? SDGE Rebate Programs can give you rebates for energy upgrades, and even provide an energy assessment with no-cost upgrades.

What SDGE Rebate Programs are available?

As of May 2026, I found four SDGE rebate programs that are currently active. Golden State Rebates offer coupons online, where you can shop for certain products:

Amazon Smart Thermostat – $40
Smart Thermostat (ENERGY STAR certified) – $75
Heat Pump Water Heater – $500
Room Air Conditioner – $15

Other SDGE Programs

There are several SDGE programs that don’t offer rebates. These programs provide no-cost energy upgrades, or discounts on your energy bill:

MultiFamily Energy Efficiency Program – RZNET
Residential Energy Solutions Program
Energy Savings Assistance Program
Financial Assistance

MultiFamily Energy Efficiency Program

If you live in an apartment/condo or manufactured home, you may qualify for the Residential Zero Net Energy Transformation (RZNET) program.

Apartments/Condos may be eligible for no-cost energy upgrades, including:

water heater blankets and pipe insulation
low-flow showerheads and aerators
duct test and seal
smart fan controller
lifecycle refrigerant charge

Manufactured homes may be eligible for no-cost energy upgrades, including:

duct test and seal
smart fan controller
low-flow showerheads and aerators
water heater pipe insultation
lifecycle refrigerant charge
crossover duct replacement

To apply for this program, contact Synergy Companies at (888) 272-8394, or visit www.synergycompanies.com to schedule a free consultation.

Residential Energy Solutions Program

SDGE customers with single family homes may qualify for the Residential Energy Solutions program. No-cost upgrades include:

AC tune-up
smart fan controller
low-flow showerheads and aerators
water heater pipe insultation

Go to the Residential Energy Solutions website for more information. You can also call (888) 272-8394 to request your no-cost energy assessment, and then receive upgrades based on the assessment.

Energy Savings Assistance Program

Eligibility for the Energy Savings Assistance Program is based on income and household size. Eligible applicants will receive a home visit from a program specialist, who will determine which upgrades are suitable for the home. Examples of no-cost and low-cost products:

attic insulation
energy-efficient lighting
door weather-stripping
replacement of qualified appliances
caulking
minor home repairs
low-flow showerheads
water heater blankets
smart thermostat
smoke and carbon monoxide alarms
and more!

For more information, and to schedule a home visit to determine eligibility, go to the Energy Savings Assistance Program website or call SDGE at (888) 272-8394.

Financial Assistance

SDGE Financial Assistance Programs can help both homeowners and renters. You can check your eligibility for an Energy Bill Discount, and also for FREE energy-efficient home improvements. In addition, eligibility is based on your household size and yearly income or by household participation in certain public assistance programs.

With the California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE) Program you’ll receive at least a 30% discount on your bill every month. Under this program you’ll also receive a lower rate for your electricity use.
On the other hand, if you aren’t eligible for CARE, the Family Electric Rate Assistance (FERA) Program offers an 18% discount on your bill every month. The FERA Program is for households of at least 3 people. Finally, your total household income must be within the income range listed for the FERA Programs.

What’s Next?

Energy efficient improvements can lower your utility bills, improve air quality, and above all, make a more comfortable home. These SDGE rebate and other energy efficiency programs come and go, so be sure to use them while they’re still available.