Programa de Ayuda para el Consumo Eléctrico

Let the Energy Savings Assistance Program help you conserve energy and save money. For income-qualified customers, we’ll provide free appliances* and installation of energy-efficient refrigerators, air conditioners and more, as well as home efficiency solutions like weatherization that will help you save energy and money every day.

*In some instances you may be required to pay a co-payment

Are You Eligible for Free Appliances?

If you qualify, we’ll cover the costs—including installation—of new energy-efficient appliances.

Does Your Household Qualify?

To be eligible for the program, you must meet the qualifications:

Be a homeowner or renter who receives electric services through a residential meter
Have an active SCE service account
Meet the program eligibility requirements, including the installation requirements
Meet either of the qualifications listed below

If you’re thinking of applying for the ESA Program, you can easily see if you’re eligible. There are two ways to qualify.

You can qualify for the ESA Program if you or someone in your home participates in at least one of the eligible public assistance programs listed below.
- Medi-Cal/Medicaid
- CalFresh/SNAP (Food Stamps)
- CalWorks (TANF)/Tribal TANF
- WIC
- Medi-Cal for Families (Healthy Families A&B)
- LIHEAP
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
- National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
- Bureau of Indian Affairs General Assistance
- Head Start Income Eligible (Tribal Only)
You can also qualify if you meet the income guideline qualifications listed in this chart.

Maximum Household Income Effective From June 1, 2018 to May 31, 2019
Number of Persons in Household	Total Combined Annual Income
1 - 2	Up to $32,920
3	Up to $41,560
4	Up to $50,200
5	Up to $58,840
6	Up to $67,480
7	Up to $76,120
8	Up to $84,760
Each additional person	$8,640
Upper Limit Calculation = 200% of Federal Poverty Guidelines

Maximum Household Income
Effective From June 1, 2018 to May 31, 2019

Number of Persons in Household	1 - 2
Total Combined Annual Income	Up to $32,920
Number of Persons in Household	3
Total Combined Annual Income	Up to $41,560
Number of Persons in Household	4
Total Combined Annual Income	Up to $50,200
Number of Persons in Household	5
Total Combined Annual Income	Up to $58,840
Number of Persons in Household	6
Total Combined Annual Income	Up to $67,480
Number of Persons in Household	7
Total Combined Annual Income	Up to $76,120
Number of Persons in Household	8
Total Combined Annual Income	Up to $84,760
Number of Persons in Household	Each additional person
Total Combined Annual Income	$8,640
Upper Limit Calculation = 200% of Federal Poverty Guidelines

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How Can I Verify If The Field Employee Is Approved By SCE?

Employees of contracted service providers certified to represent the ESA Program must present a valid, SCE-assigned badge containing the following information:

On the front of the badge:

Picture and name of the employee
Name of the service provider
Badge number

On the back of the badge:

Name and contact information for the field personnel's employer (service provider)
SCE's toll-free number
Mailing address so that the badge may be returned to SCE in the event that it is lost or damaged

Customers with concerns about the field employee's identity or with general questions about the visit may call (800) 736-4777 to speak to an SCE representative. The representative will be able to verify the field employee's identity and if the employee is certified to represent the ESA Program.

How Does the Program Work?

There are three stages in the program. Each stage is delivered by respected community organizations and building contractors. Participate in this program by following the three steps outlined below.

Outreach & Assessment
Find out if you’re eligible for the program, according to the following criteria:
- All customers must provide proof of income
- Homeowners must provide proof of ownership
- Renters must provide the property owner’s written permission
Check your home to see if the recommended products or services will work. (For example, if a recommended refrigerator won’t fit in your kitchen,SCE will not install it.)
Installation
Install appliances or implement other recommendations. The California Public Utilities Commission requires installers to:
- Meet or exceed existing codes and regulations
- Follow accepted building practices
Inspection
An inspection will be performed in your home to see if the contractor has completed the work up to standards. If the work is not done properly, it will be redone at no cost to you.

What Appliances or Services Could You Get?

Qualified SCE customers are eligible for a number of appliance upgrades or energy-saving services:

Cooling Measures

A qualified customer who has a working refrigerated air conditioning unit that is permanently installed may receive one or more of the following:

In climate zones 10–15, a replacement energy-efficient window or wall air conditioner. The existing unit must be at least 15 years old.
In climate zones 10–16, an energy-efficient evaporative cooler (also called a "swamp cooler").
In climate zones 14–15, replacement energy-efficient central air conditioning. The existing unit must have a SEER rating of 10 or less, OR must be at least 10 years old.

Refrigerator Replacement

If you have a working electric refrigerator that was manufactured before 1999 and is at least 10 cubic feet in size, you may qualify to receive a free, new, more energy-efficient replacement.

Pool Pump Replacement

If you reside in a single-family home with an in-ground pool, you may be eligible to receive a free, energy-efficient replacement pool pump.

Weatherization Services

If you use electric space heating, you may be eligible to receive free weatherization services. SCE will make repairs or improvements that will help keep your home warmer in winter and cooler in summer.

Lighting

If you qualify, you may be able to receive:

Compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs), which use up to 70% less energy than ordinary incandescent bulbs and last 7-8 times longer
Replacement outdoor fixtures with CFLs
If you have a working incandescent or halogen torchiere, you may receive a replacement that’s more energy efficient

Energy Savings Assistance Program Agencies & Contractors

SCE has recently added new organizations to its network of service providers to address the program’s increased demand. SCE will continue to monitor and evaluate the ability of the existing network to meet the program goals. In areas where potential gaps exist, we will utilize the Energy Savings Assistance Program vendor/contractor interest list to identify potential organizations to fill the void.

If you are an organization who would like to be added to the interest list, please send the following information via e-mail to esaprogram@sce.com:

Company background, including years in service providing energy efficiency-related services to low-income customers
Information for the primary contact and the address to the office/headquarters
Staffing plan – current structure including organization chart and outreach staff capacity
Summary of qualifications, including skills, abilities and licenses (include CSLB #)
Summary of insurance coverage
E-copy of your WMDVBE Certificate (if applicable)
Summary of any other California utility contract, including goals and service area, and breakdown of productivity by ZIP code
Contact information for three professional references
Description of joint ventures or affiliation with any existing SCE low-income service provider

Upon review and acceptance of this information, SCE, in its sole discretion, will add you to the Energy Savings Assistance Program vendor/contractor interest list. Receipt of the above information does not represent a commitment by SCE to your organization to add your organization to the Energy Savings Assistance Program vendor/contractor interest list or to issue any type of contract, work, or employment. SCE reserves the right to award one or more contracts to as many organizations as required to ensure service delivery throughout SCE’s service territory.

For additional energy efficiency contracting opportunities, please visit Register Now.

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For more information please call 1-800-736-4777, Monday through Friday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

This program is funded by California utility customers and administered by Southern California Edison under the auspices of the California Public Utilities Commission.

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