'Rule the Cool' with PG&E: Power Up Energy Efficiency & Summer Savings
Customers Can Lower Energy Costs with Simple Tools, Tips, & Assistance Programs
More than 50% of a typical household's annual energy consumption is air conditioning and heating, according to the U.S.
"Making a few small adjustments around your home can add up to bill savings, said
Summer Energy & Money-Saving Solutions
- Thermostat Tip: Set the thermostat to 78 degrees or higher when at home, health permitting. Close blinds and curtains during the hottest part of the day.
- Seal Leaks: Use weatherstripping or caulking to seal any gaps around drafty doors or windows so your AC doesn't have to work overtime.
- Replace Air Filters: Dirty air filters make your AC work harder to circulate air. Replacing filters regularly can improve energy efficiency and reduce costs.
- Fans Are Your Friend: Use a ceiling fan to create a breeze without draining energy on your AC.
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Energy Efficiency DIY Tool Kit: With a
$200 investment in energy-efficient materials inPG&E's Energy Efficiency DIY Tool Kit, customers can save nearly$1,000 a year on their energy bills. -
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Kitchen Heat : Use an induction cooktop for meals instead of a traditional stovetop to keep your kitchen cool. Induction cooktops are safer, faster, and more energy efficient than gas or electric resistance cooktops. The PG&E Induction Cooktop Loaner Program allows customers to borrow a single-burner induction cooktop and pan for two weeks at no cost. -
Pool Power : Use a pool cover and consider installing a variable speed pool pump to curb energy costs. A list of pool pump options and rebates can be found online withPG&E's Energy Action Guide.
Energy Incentive Programs
- Power Saver Rewards: This is a free program that rewards customers with a bill credit for temporarily reducing energy use on select summer days when the demand for electricity is high.
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SmartRate Program: You can pay a reduced rate in exchange for minimizing your electricity usage between
4-9 p.m. when "SmartDays" are called.
For more resources to help manage summer cooling costs, including a Home Energy Checkup, Personalized Rate Comparison, and HomeIntel program, visit pge.com/summer.
Income-Eligible Financial Assistance Programs
- California Alternate Rates for Energy: provides a monthly discount of 20% or more on gas and electricity bills. New federal income eligibility guidelines apply.
- Family Electric Rate Assistance (FERA): provides a monthly discount of 18% on electricity for households of three or more people. New federal income eligibility guidelines apply.
- Arrearage Management Plan (AMP): a debt forgiveness plan for eligible residential customers. New federal income eligibility guidelines apply.
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Relief for Energy Assistance Through Community Help (REACH): a program that provides up to a
$1,000 bill credit to help income-eligible customers with past due balances. In April,PG&E also launched REACH Triple Match, which expands eligibility to more low-to moderate-income customers and requires customers to make a bill payment to receive a 3 to 1 match, providing up to a$1,000 bill credit. New federal income eligibility guidelines apply. -
Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP): a federally funded assistance program overseen by the state that offers a one-time payment up to$1,000 on past due bills to help low-income households pay for heating or cooling in their homes.
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