California Energy Rebates
California has run some form of energy efficiency incentive since the 1978 building standards. The programs below are the ones our licensed specialists routinely help homeowners qualify for — from state utility rebates to federal tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act.
California Energy Commission (CEC) — administered by CPUC
Statewide initiative accelerating the transition to clean space and water heating. Rebates flow through participating utilities (PG&E, SCE, SDG&E, SoCalGas) and are stackable with federal credits.
$1,000 – $6,000+ per system, higher for low-to-moderate-income households
techcleanca.comCPUC / CEC statewide marketing platform
Umbrella brand connecting homeowners with local utility rebates for insulation, air sealing, duct sealing, HVAC replacement, and whole-home energy audits.
California Energy Commission
State building code establishing minimum efficiency for windows (U-factor ≤ 0.30, SHGC ≤ 0.23 in most climate zones), insulation R-values, cool-roof reflectance, and HVAC. Compliance is required for permitted replacements and unlocks eligibility for most utility rebates.
Regulatory baseline — not a direct payment; determines rebate eligibility.
energy.ca.govLADWP, SMUD, Roseville Electric, SCE, PG&E territory partners
Local utility rebates for CRRC-rated cool roofing products that reduce attic heat gain and cooling load. LADWP's program is the most established, with per-square-foot payments for qualifying reflective materials.
IRS / U.S. Department of the Treasury
Federal income tax credit for qualifying efficiency upgrades to a primary residence. Stackable with California utility rebates. Annual cap resets each tax year through 2032.
CEC administers California's allocation of federal DOE funds
Point-of-sale rebates for low- and moderate-income households electrifying HVAC, water heating, cooking, and electrical panels. Income-qualified; caps by household AMI (Area Median Income).
U.S. DOE — administered by California Energy Commission
Whole-home performance-based rebates tied to measured or modeled energy savings from retrofits. Applies to insulation, air sealing, HVAC, and window packages when projected savings ≥ 20%.
Our licensed specialists come to your home, evaluate your envelope and equipment, and prepare a rebate-ready proposal — no obligation.
Request a free in-home auditProgram details, amounts, and eligibility criteria change frequently. This page is informational and does not constitute tax or legal advice. Confirm current terms with your utility, the California Energy Commission, and a qualified tax professional before making a purchase decision.
Authorized CA Home Rebate specialists submit client applications through the secure staff portal. Access is invite-only.