Save on Energy Upgrades in Southern California

Home energy upgrades like solar panels, battery storage, and smart electrical panels may qualify for rebates, tax incentives, and utility programs.

Incentives vary based on your location, utility provider, and income eligibility—but they can significantly reduce the upfront cost of your project.

What Incentives Are Available?

Solar Incentives

Homeowners in Southern California may qualify for solar-related incentives, including:

  • Property Tax Exclusion (California)
    Installing solar won’t increase your property taxes based on the added home value (subject to current state guidelines).
  • Local Utility Rebates
    Some utility providers offer rebates or programs depending on your service area.
  • Income-Qualified Programs
    Programs like DAC-SASH may help cover a significant portion of solar installation costs for eligible homeowners.

Incentives vary by utility and eligibility, so it’s important to evaluate what applies to your specific home.

Battery Incentives

Battery storage is one of the most valuable upgrades available in California today.

  • California SGIP (Self-Generation Incentive Program)
    This program offers rebates for battery systems based on eligibility and available funding.
  • Why Batteries Matter More Now
    California’s Net Billing structure (NEM 3.0) reduces the value of sending excess solar energy back to the grid.
    Batteries allow you to store that energy and use it when it matters most—helping increase long-term savings.

Battery storage is now one of the most important upgrades for maximizing solar savings in California.

Smart Panels (SPAN & Advanced Electrical Panels)

Smart electrical panels are an important part of modern energy systems.

 

  • While there are no major standalone rebates specifically for smart panels, they may qualify as part of:
    • Battery storage systems
    • Electrification or whole-home energy upgrades
  • Smart panels help:
    • Manage energy usage in real time
    • Prioritize critical loads during outages
    • Maximize the performance of solar and battery systems

How It Works

We make the process simple:

 

  • Home Evaluation
    We assess your current electrical system, energy usage, and goals.
  • Incentive Review
    We identify available programs based on your location, utility provider, and eligibility.
  • System Design
    We design a solution that maximizes your savings and long-term energy performance.

Guidance You Can Trust

Energy incentive programs change frequently, and every home qualifies differently.

At Empire Power, we stay up to date on available programs and help you navigate the process—so you can make informed decisions without the guesswork.

We recommend confirming eligibility and program details during your consultation, as incentives vary by utility provider, funding availability, and household qualifications.

Explore Available Incentives & Programs

Energy programs and rebates change frequently. Instead of overwhelming you with outdated information, we’ve provided trusted resources where you can explore the latest incentives available in California.

General Incentive Lookup
Solar & Battery Incentives (California Overview)
Check Available Solar & Battery Incentives
Excellent consumer-friendly overview of current programs and rebates.

Battery Rebates (SGIP)
California Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP)
Learn About California Battery Rebates (SGIP)
Details on one of California’s most valuable battery incentive programs.

Income-Based Solar Programs
DAC-SASH Program (Income-Qualified Solar)
See If You Qualify for DAC-SASH Solar Program
Programs that may significantly reduce or cover solar costs for eligible homeowners.

Financing Options
PACE Financing Programs
Learn About PACE Financing Options
Explore financing options that can help make energy upgrades more accessible.

Not sure where to start? We’ll walk you through it.