To reduce carbon emissions, focus on electrifying and moving away from gas. These incentives change frequently so this is a living document. We will try to update this document as new information evolves. Here’s how you can get started:
Learn about the opportunities for your home. Get a free, automatic assessment simply by signing up at Home Energy Assessment (HEA). Signing up for a HEA report at this link will provide personalized energy efficiency recommendations for your home and help SCRL Sustainability develop targeted emission reduction programs. If you are a SVCE customer, SVCE’s Go Electric Advisor also is free. For a small fee, the BayREN Home Energy Score Assessment will send an assessor to your home.
Check available rebates and incentives to help make electrifying your home more affordable. Visit The Switch Is On website for detailed information on available local and state programs. SCRL is serviced by Silicon Valley Clean Energy (SVCE). They offer a variety of programs, rebates, and incentives for home electrification, including:
And more! Explore the SVC home appliance page to find the rebates that best suit your needs.
Once you have completed your home assessment, use the information to figure out what work you would like to have done. The SVCE Go Electric Advisor can assist with gathering quotes, finding contractors, and applying for rebates.
Reach out to your network (like the SCRL community) to get recommendations for contractors who have worked on electrification projects. Make sure they are licensed, but note that this guide does not endorse specific contractors. You can also consult the SVCE contractor list for options vetted by SVCE.
Before starting any home improvement projects, including electrification, you should consult with Stanford Faculty Staff Housing to confirm if Stanford’s approval is required for your project. If Stanford’s approval is required, you must have the plans reviewed and approved by Stanford Faculty Staff Housing prior to submitting to the county for permits. The approval process may take up to 10 workdays. If required, check in with the architectural committee within your HOA (i.e. Peter Coutts). Once approved, most contractors will typically manage the process of obtaining and filing the required permits with the county and the architectural committee on your behalf.
After the work is completed, inspections may be required to finalize the rebate. You may also need to submit final documents, such as photos, to claim available rebates. After that, consider signing up for Solar, EV, and/or Electric Home rates from SVCE to maximize your energy savings. If you fully electrify your home, you can request PG&E to shut off and remove your gas meter, effectively stopping gas service. PG&E will ensure the gas infrastructure is safely depressurized and removed from your home.
If you are still pulling power from the grid consider choosing a renewable electricity provider like Silicon Valley Clean Energy (SVCE). Their GreenPrime plan is a 100% renewable generation service.
Last updated 11/20/24.
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