SDG&E Energy Savings Assistance (ESA) Program

San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E)

Available Energy Assistance

About This Program

SDG&E Energy Savings Assistance (ESA) Program is available to homeowners and renters in San Diego, CA.

SDG&E's Energy Savings Assistance (ESA) Program provides no-cost energy-efficient home improvements to income-qualified SDG&E residential customers. Eligible improvements include smart thermostats, LED lighting, refrigerators, water heaters, furnaces, air conditioning, insulation, duct sealing, and heat pump water heaters. Households qualify if enrolled in qualifying public assistance programs or if income is at or below 200% of the federal poverty level.

Must have active SDG&E service; income at or below 200% FPL (~$39,125 for 1 person in 2025) or enrolled in Medicaid/CalFresh/WIC/SSI/CalWORKs; single-family home, mobile home, duplex, triplex, or fourplex

Official source site checked live on 2026-06-22.

Data last verified 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.

In San Diego, CA, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • No cost to eligible SDG&E customers, fully subsidized
  • Covers LED bulbs, smart thermostats, refrigerators, HVAC, insulation, duct sealing
  • Income at or below 200% FPL or enrolled in CalFresh, Medicaid, WIC, SSI, or CalWORKs
  • Homeowners and renters both eligible; works in single-family and multi-unit homes
  • Call Richard Heath & Associates: (619) 387-4757 or (866) 597-0597 to apply

How to Apply

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(619) 387-4757

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Your application paperwork

Documents you will likely need

  • Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
  • A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
  • Household income proof (recent pay stubs, last year's tax return, or benefit award letters for everyone in the home).
  • Documentation of disability (award letter or a physician's statement) if the program is disability-based.
  • A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
  • A recent utility bill for the home (energy and weatherization programs use it to confirm service and usage).
  • Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
  • The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Download this checklist (PDF)

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Rolling

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Frequently asked questions

Who qualifies for SDG&E Energy Savings Assistance (ESA) Program in San Diego?

SDG&E Energy Savings Assistance (ESA) Program is open to homeowners and renters in San Diego, CA. It prioritizes low-income households. It serves seniors.

How do I apply for SDG&E Energy Savings Assistance (ESA) Program in San Diego, CA?

Apply directly with San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) using the official program link on this page or call (619) 387-4757. There is no middleman and no fee.

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