Utility Assistance

California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE)

SDGE’s CARE program can save you 30% or more on your bill. You may qualify for a monthly discount, depending on your current household income or if you receive public assistance. We can see if you qualify for the program and submit your application to SDGE. Learn More

Power Saver Rewards Program

Power Saver Rewards is an incentive program that gives you a bill credit for reducing energy use during a Flex Alert. Flex Alerts notify you to reduce your energy use to help prevent a power outage when there’s a strain on the energy grid. Learn More

Family Electric Rate Assistance (FERA)

SDGE’s FERA program offers households of three or more people an 18% discount on their monthly electric bill. If you don’t qualify for the CARE program, we can check if you qualify for FERA. Learn More

Neighbor-to-Neighbor Program

Get One-Time Assistance with the Neighbor-to-Neighbor Program. Assistance ranges per household for qualifying customers and SDG&E customers who reside in the company’s service territory in San Diego County can apply for the program. If you need a little extra help, but don’t qualify for state or federal assistance, you can get up to $600 toward your SDG&E bill with the Neighbor-to-Neighbor Program. Learn More

Energy Savings Assistance Program

Whether you rent or own your home, you could be eligible to receive free energy-efficient home improvements through SDGE’s Energy Savings Assistance Program. These updates can make your home more comfortable and save you money on your electric bill. Learn More

Medical Baseline

SDGE’s Medical Baseline program provides more electricity or natural gas at a lower cost for people with specific medical needs. Visit the SDGE website for more information about eligibility Download Application

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

LIHEAP is a public assistance program that helps low-income households with their home energy bills. Funds are distributed by two agencies in the San Diego region. Click below to learn more. MACC CUI


Utility Bill Payment Assistance

There are other resources available in our community for utility bill assistance, including a number of financial assistance programs that can help you pay your utility costs. Find Resources Near You

Cool Zone Program

The Cool Zone program is an established network of free, air-conditioned settings (such as libraries or community centers) across San Diego County that allow respite for older adults, persons with disabilities, or anyone looking to escape the extreme heat during the summer. Cool Zones are a way for residents to lower individual utility usage and help conserve energy for the whole community. Click here for other languages. Learn More

Other Resources

Call 2-1-1 to learn about all the utility assistance resources that may be available to you.