Access energy-saving upgrades and education for your single-family home
Simple and accessible solutions for homeowners and renters
I’m a Property Owner or Manager for a Multifamily Property
Bring energy solutions to your multifamily property.
I’m a Tenant or Resident in a Multifamily Property
Work with my property owner to bring down my energy bills.
About the Multifamily Residential Program
Energize Careers helps San Diego County residents build careers in clean energy with hands-on training, mentorship and direct job connections. We’re developing a skilled, diverse workforce across the county.
About
We help single-family homeowners and renters in San Diego County save energy and reduce costs through education, support and home energy upgrades.
What You Get
Services offered:
- One-on-one bill analysis to help you begin saving energy now
- Personalized assistance to identify upgrades and access funding
- Low- to no-cost energy upgrades installed by qualified contractors
- Incentives for additional upgrades to increase your energy savings
Why it matters:
- Lower household energy use and access potential bill savings
- Improve home comfort and indoor air quality
- Lower maintenance costs and reduce unplanned equipment failures
- Add to property value
- Support San Diego's long-term progress toward clean energy
We help you access upgrades, such as:
- Weatherization like door sealing, weatherstripping and attic insulation
- Water heaters
- Home heating and cooling
- Appliances like clothes washers, dishwashers and induction cooktops
- And more home energy improvements
How It Works
Submit an interest form
Fill out our online form with basic contact and property information.
Explore Your Needs
A home energy advisor will help you identify your goals and support you throughout the process.
Schedule a Home Energy Assessment
Meet with a qualified contractor for a professional home energy assessment at a time that’s convenient for you.
Review Your Opportunities
Receive a report with recommended energy efficiency upgrades and next steps to start your project.
Install Your Upgrade
We’ll schedule a licensed contractor to complete eligible installations within 1–2 weeks.
Who It's For
Whether you rent or own, we provide energy-efficient home improvements that save you money and make your home more comfortable. You may qualify if your home is:
- A detached single-family home, duplex or manufactured/mobile home
- Located in San Diego County
- Built before Jan. 1, 2020
We offer stipends and support to help educators and students participate. Priority is given to schools designated as Title I.
How to Get Started
Ready to explore energy upgrades for your home? Complete an interest form or give us a call at 833–205–7384.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which homes are eligible?
Single-family and manufactured/mobile homes built before January 1, 2020 in San Diego County are eligible for this program.
How long does it take to get started?
The interest form takes about two to three minutes to complete. After you submit your form, we’ll contact you within two business days.
Can renters participate?
Yes, renters are eligible to participate as soon as we have homeowner approval. We support renters in starting that conversation with your landlord. We provide tools and resources including our team’s contact information for you to share so the homeowner can review information online and reach out with questions. After the homeowner approves, you provide access to the home, share utility bills (if applicable) and participate in bill analysis to better understand your rate options and benefits of recommended upgrades.
Will I need to pay for the upgrades?
Some customers qualify for no-cost energy upgrades. Fill out an interest form so we can determine eligibility and help you navigate options available for your home today.
What is included in the bill analysis?
Bill analysis helps you understand your energy bills and when you use energy most, then presents opportunities to improve costs based on your utility rates. It also estimates the impact of energy upgrades on your energy bills.
Most people will see savings on their energy bills with energy upgrades. However, participants who upgrade their gas furnace to an all-electric heat pump HVAC system may not experience bill savings because although the new system improves your home’s health, safety and comfort, it’s also a new source of energy use that can impact your bill. Your home energy advisor will review post-upgrade scenarios with you before finalizing your project.
What are some additional benefits?
Our home energy advisors help you navigate and stack available opportunities to reduce costs and accelerate home upgrades. Benefits include:
- Guiding you through the process of qualifying for other rebates, incentives and offers
- Streamlined eligibility and access to all offers you qualify for
- Improved heating, cooling, water heating and appliance efficiency
- Improved home comfort
- The potential to lower your energy bills
I’m a contractor interested in becoming a qualified contractor. How can I get started?
Give us a call at 833–205–7384 to learn more and discuss next steps.
