Energy Savings Assistance
Providing no-cost weatherization services to consumers who meet the CARE income limits.
Services Provided
The Energy Savings Assistance Program (ESA) services provided include:
- Attic insulation
- Energy-efficient refrigerators
- Energy-efficient furnaces
- Weatherstripping
- Caulking
- Low-flow showerheads
- Water heater blankets
- Door and building envelope repairs which reduce air infiltration
Program Income Guidelines
The following are the income limits effective June 1, 2021 to May 31, 2022
| Household Size | Income Eligibility Upper Limit |
| 1-2 | $34,840 |
| 3 | $43,920 |
| 4 | $53,000 |
| 5 | $62,080 |
| 6 | $71,160 |
| 7 | $80,240 |
| 8 | $89,320 |
| Each Additional Person | $9,080 |
To request an application form and more information, please contact your utility for more information:
| Utility ESA Website | Phone |
| 1-800-989-9744 | |
| 1-800-736-4777 | |
| 1-800-411-7343 | |
| 1-800-331-7593 | |
| 1-209-772-3006 | |
| 1-800-808-2837 | |
| 1-866-812-5766 | |
| 1-888-221-7070 | |
| 1-866-812-5766 | |
| 1-916-364-4100 |
Energy Savings Assistance Common Area Measures (ESA CAM) Program
In 2020, each investor-owned utility offered the Energy Savings Assistance Common Area Measures (ESA CAM) program for deed-restricted, multifamily buildings. To qualify, the property must be deed-restricted, and the owner must certify that at least 65% of the tenant households meet the ESA income guidelines. Energy efficiency services provided differ by the utility and are limited to communal areas, common energy systems, a residential building(s), or property. This program can be combined with the ESA in-unit program.
Each IOU submitted their program implementation plans to the Commission via Advice Letter:
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Pacific Gas and Electric Advice Letter 3943-G/5241-G
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Southern California Edison Advice Letter 3754-E
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San Diego Gas & Electric Advice Letter 3196-E/2654-G
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Southern California Gas Advice Letter 5264-G
Low Income/ESA Reports:
- 2019 Low Income Needs Assessment Final Report - Volume 1 | Volume 2 | Volume 3
- 2016 Low Income Needs Assessment Final Report - Volume 1 | Volume 2 | Banner Tables from Telephone survey
- 2013 Low Income Needs Assessment Final Report - Volume 1 | Volume 2 | Volume 3
- ESA Multifamily Segment Study Research - Final Report | Appendices
- 2011 ESA Impact Evaluation Final Report | Appendices
- ESA Energy Education Final Report and Appendices
Audits:
- Final Audits of IOU ESA and CARE Programs - Years 2013-2015
- Draft Audits of IOU ESA and CARE Programs - Years 2013-2015
ESA Common Area Measures Program Websites:
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Southern California Gas
RELATED PROGRAMS
For income qualified households, statewide programs:
CARE and FERA Energy Bill Discounts
SwitchIsOn.org Heat Pump Water Heaters and HVAC System Rebates
Self-Generation Incentive (SGIP) Program Energy Storage Incentives
Solar On Multifamily Affordable Homes (SOMAH) Program Solar Incentives
For income qualified households in disadvantaged communities only:
Disadvantaged Community Single Family Solar Homes (DAC SASH) Program Solar Incentives
Disadvantaged Community Green Tariff (DAC-GT) Bill Credits