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Summer Programs for Your Business
There are a number of programs that your business can use to earn incentives when reducing energy on days when energy use is high.
Read MoreSummer Savings Tips for Your Business
Help us manage electricity demand during warmer months. Read more about ways your business can save.
Read MoreSummer Savings Tips for Your Home
When temperatures rise, so does the energy use in our region. Learn more about ways to save during summer.
Read MoreEnergy Showcase Seminars
Choose from the following seminars featured at this year's Energy Showcase.
Read MoreSmall Business Success Stories
See how our energy-saving solutions can help your business get results.
Read MoreSDG&E Warns Customers About SDG&E Imposter
SDG&E Shares Tips on how to Properly Identify Utility Employees
Read More2011 Energy Champions
We're proud to recognize 11 Energy Champions for their efforts and achievements.
Read MoreSDG&E To Award $1 Million In Community Grants With 2nd Annual Excellence In Civic Leadership Initiative
San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) kicked off the 2nd annual
Read MoreStarting a project with SDG&E
Considering a large scale construction project within the SDG&E service territory?
Read MoreDirect Access
Learn more about Electric and Gas Customer Choice options under Direct Access.
Read MoreESP Information
Information for current Energy Service Providers and resources for interested suppliers becoming a supplier.
Read MoreDirect Access and Energy Service Providers
The following links provide resources for ESP's that serve customers in SDG&E's service terrritory: ESP Information &...
Read MoreWorking for You
Get energy saving ideas, available rebates and new products, as well as learn the latest in energy-efficiency technology for your busine
Read MoreDaylight Saving Time Update
Change to your Time of Use (TOU) rates.Federal legislation extends Daylight Saving Time three weeks in the spring and one week
Read MoreSDG&E Unveils Energy Innovation Center In San Diego
San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) introduced its new Energy Innovati
Read MoreCommunity Open House
Open to the public, this is a unique opportunity to see how technology is influencing the world of renewable energy, green building and
Read MoreSupplier Tax Forms
Your supplier information cannot be processed until these forms are completed and received by Accounts Payable.
Read MoreWinter Bill Help
Look to us for rebates on energy-saving home improvements, discounts on your monthly energy bill and help paying a higher-than-expected...
Read MoreWinter Safety
Spending more time inside, heating your home, and even using holiday lighting means keeping your eye on safety. Get the information on...
Read MoreWinter Savings Tips
By following a few simple tips and with the help of our rebates on energy saving improvements, you can take the bite out of winter energy...
Read MoreNotice of Intent
Updated 5/15/2012Currently, SDG&E is not accepting 6-Month Notices to Transfer to Direct Access.
Read MoreHow to Register as a New Supplier
Read MoreSupplier Registration
You have been invited to register as a New Supplier for Sempra Energy.
Read MoreSummer Saver Enrollment Form for Business
Read MoreSummer Saver
Read MoreEnergy Upgrade California™ Contractor Information
Through the Energy Upgrade™ California program, you’ll have a unique opportunity to work directly with homeowners and suggest energy-eff
Read MoreHistory of electricity direct access
Direct Access Before the Energy CrisisAs a part of the deregulation of California’s electric industry in 1998, SDG&E implem
Read MoreFor Electricity
Direct Access: At a GlanceDirect Access (DA) service is available to all non-residential customers and residen
Read MoreAutomated Demand Response Program
The Automated Demand Response Program (Auto-DR) utilizes communications technology to send businesses demand response signals and implem
Read MoreSouth Orange County Reliability Enhancement
To improve safety and reliability for South Orange County’s electric utility customers, SDG&E plans to upgrade the decades-old lines
Read MoreCapacity Bidding
Make a Pledge for Monthly SavingsMake a monthly power reduction pledge and save.
Read MoreCritical Peak Pricing
Save money throughout the year by reducing your power use only on hot summer days.
Read MoreTechnical Assistance and Technology Incentives
On December 28, 2011 the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) instructed the Utilities to temporarily extend the 2009-2011
Read MoreSaveGas
SaveGas provides hot water control technology for commercial domestic hot water (DHW) systems at no cost.
Read MoreRCx Retrocommissioning Program
Our RCx Program provides incentives and training to help large commercial customers optimize building system performance and achieve ene
Read MoreOptimizing Pump Utilization Systems Program
The Optimizing Pump Utilization System Program (OPUS) provides a no-cost pump test and evaluation to all agriculture and non-residential
Read MoreLodging Energy Efficiency Program
The Lodging Energy Efficiency Program performs energy audits and coordinates the implementation of energy efficiency projects and rebate
Read MoreHealthcare Energy Efficiency Program
The Healthcare Energy Efficiency Program performs energy audits and coordinates the implementation of energy efficiency projects and reb
Read MoreSavings for the State
The CDCR Partnership is a statewide energy-efficiency program that accomplishes immediate and long-term peak energy demand savings throu
Read MoreGet the Service You Need
Is your business remodeling or planning upgrades?If you anticipate your electricity needs increasing, we want to make sure our
Read MoreBenchmarking Data Collection Worksheets
Use these Data Collection Worksheets to gather and identify all of the information you will need to benchmark your facility.
Read MoreOptimize Energy Use in Your Operations
Knowing how your business uses energy is the first step to saving.
Read MoreEnergy Waves Monitoring
Access up to 17 months of detailed natural gas and electricity usage information, graphs of your consumption, and download your data wit
Read MoreOur Services. Your Business.
Learn more about the programs and services available to help you reduce energy use, control costs and optimize your operations.
Read MoreOverview - Rebates - Incentives - Resources - Tips
Consider the following energy saving tips
Read MoreOverview - Rebates - Incentives
Save on your energy bill by reducing your energy consumption with these money-saving programs.
Read MoreSummer Saver Program
Summer Saver is a no-cost, energy-saving program where you can help us manage electricity demand more efficiently during warmer months.
Read MoreOverview - Rebates
Lower the cost of upgrading and making improvements to your restaurant with the following programs.
Read MoreRestaurants & Food Service
Our Restaurant and Food-Service programs offer many waysto manage energy costs and save money.
Read More7th Annual Energy Showcase
May 11, 2012 - 7 a.m. to 12 p.m.Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina
Read MoreTechnology Sponsors
The Energy Innovation Center would not be complete without the generosity of our Technology Sponsors.
Read MoreCommunity Partners
We are grateful for the support of the following Community Partners for the Energy Innovation Center.
Read MoreCenter Features
The Energy Innovation Center is designed to be Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®) Platinum certified.
Read MoreFood Service Demonstration Kitchen
Sharpen your skills at our free seminars on energy-efficient cooking, equipment, lighting and food safety.
Read MoreThird Party Programs
We work with a number of third parties that provide energy saving programs. Here is a list of programs available to business custo
Read MoreSDG&E, SoCalGas aim to raise the bar with new diversity goals
San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) and Southern California Gas Co.
Read MoreAnnual Compensation for Excess Generation - Payment FAQ - General FAQ - Eligibility FAQ
Eligibility
Read MoreReceive Billing Info and Send Payments Electronically
Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) -- for Business Customers OnlySign
Read MoreBuilding Business in Our Region
Considering a relocation or expansion for your business?We can work with you to provide a single source solution for all of you
Read MorePlan Ahead with SDG&E
When planning new construction or a building remodel, the online Service and Me
Read MoreNew Choice in Natural Gas Rate For Property Managers and HOAs (Gas rate for common area use)
A recent decision by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) now gives you a choice for your natural gas rate for common use a
Read MoreNeed More Time to Pay My Bill
Avoid Service Shut-offs by Contacting SDG&EWe want to work with you to avoid service shut-offs, which can lead to reconnect
Read MoreCore Service - Billing
Billing terms should be defined in the agreement with your supplier.
Read MoreBusines Rebates
If you’re looking to finance business upgrades or are considering energy-efficient new building projects, you can take advantage of our
Read MoreSelf Generation Interconnection
Self-Generation Information PackageThe parallel operation of a self-generation unit requires interconnection with SDG&E’s d
Read MoreSmall Generation Interconnections
Small Generators (20 MW and below)Generators 20 MW and below are considered Small Generators and must follow the current and ef
Read MoreLarge Generation Interconnections
Large Generators (above 20 MW)Generators above 20 MW are considered to be Large Generators and must follow the LGIP
Read MoreProcess for Generation Interconnection Customers
The following links outline the process for Generating Facilities seeking interconnection with the transmission grid in the California:
Read MoreGenerator Interconnection Procedures
The GIPR LGIP process, identified as Appendix Y in the CAISO tariff, is applicable for projects that submitted an interconnection reques
Read MoreElectric Transmission & Distribution Interconnections
Interconnection with SDG&E-owned electric transmission facilitiesAs co-participants in the California energy market, certai
Read MoreMonitor Electricity Use with kWickview®
The new kWickview 7.1 gives you real-time, online access to your electricity use data. This helps you make informed business decisi
Read MorePrograma De Iluminación Del Hogar
Ahorre energía y dinero cuando compre e instale focos y lámparas eficientes.
Read MoreLearn and Save
Throughout the year we offer a wide variety of workshops and training seminars to help businesses like yours make the most of your energy...
Read MoreDirect Savings with Direct Install
The Direct Install Program provides a number of free energy- and money-saving services for qualifying small- and medium-sized businesses
Read MoreEnabling a More Efficient Office
Depending on what kind of business you operate, you may be using a lot of energy on running your office equipment. Here are tips to help...
Read MoreOperate Your Building More Efficiently
Commercial buildings can use up a significant amount of energy – heating, lighting, cooling – in everyday operation. Following are two...
Read MoreCooking Up Savings
There are a wide variety of new cooking technologies to make restaurant and other food service areas more efficient and comfortable.
Read MoreWatch Your Water Heating
Take a look at these top water heating tips from the U.S. Department of Energy.
Read MoreHeating and Cooling Savings
How much energy does your commercial building waste due to outdated HVAC systems and other structural issues? Here are five ways you can...
Read More5 Ways to Reduce Your Business' Electric Bill
Flex Your Power, California's statewide energy efficiency program, has these five quick tips to help your business better conserve and...
Read MoreEasy Energy Savings Tips
What are the best and quickest ways for a business to save? Taking a few proactive steps to reduce energy usage can conserve natural...
Read MoreLighting 101
Today’s energy-efficient lighting comes in a variety of shapes, sizes and wattages for virtually every business and household use. Learn...
Read MoreMaking Smart HVAC Choices
Choosing a qualified, licensed contractor can mean the difference between having an efficient, long-lasting HVAC system or one that wastes...
Read MoreUnderstanding Your Street Lighting Rates
Your street lighting electric bill consists of two main components:
Read MoreLight Up Your Savings
Owners and operators of streetlights can earn rebates and incentives for upgrading existing lights with newer, energy-efficient LED or i
Read MoreCustomer Billing
Billing OptionsAs a Gas Service Provider, you can offer your customers two billing options:
Read MoreElectric and Gas Overview
Information for current Energy Service Providers and resources for interested suppliers becoming a supplier.
Read MoreCAT Billing
The billing period for all self-procurement, noncore customers is based on the calendar month (12:00 AM meter read of the 1st day of the
Read MoreBalancing services under Schedule G-IMB
How it worksThe daily average usage of each core customer within a CAT group is used to determine an estimated calendar month u
Read MoreCapacity Trading
Constrained Area Noncore Firm Capacity TradingCustomers in “potentially capacity constrained areas” can trade firm capacity awa
Read MoreNoncore Service
Noncore customers are large commercial customers with annual monthly average usage equal to or in excess 20,800 therms that have not ele
Read MoreCore Service
Receiving your natural gas service from a third-party Gas Service Provider (GSP) is serviced through the Core Aggregation Transportation
Read MoreDirect Access Background
Before the Energy CrisisAs a part of the deregulation of California’s electric industry in 1998, SDG&E implemented a progra
Read MoreStart, Stop or Move Your Service
Whether you want to learn how to start, stop or transfer your business service, or need to make service requests, you can do it here.
Read MoreLand Use with SDG&E
Ways to incorporate land uses with SDG&E facilitiesUtility corridors are considered major land features.
Read MoreObtaining Approvals
The following documents and letters of permission are often required by governmental
Read MorePay by Automatic Deduction
The Automatic Pay program allows you to set up monthly recurring payments called automatic deductions or auto-debit payments.
Read MorePay-by-Phone
Pay your bill over the telephone by authorizing a deduction from your checking account. You control when the payment is made.
Read MoreSign Up for My Account
Make secure payments, manage your bill, and get your energy use information with My Account. You’ll enjoy the advantages of:
Read MoreWorking with SDG&E
To minimize project delays, we can help developers in the early planning stages of a project.
Read MoreSavings By Design Team
(designer: need to format this)When planning a commercial new construction project, contact your SDG&E Savings By Design re
Read MoreIncentives and Bonus Kickers
Additional incentives are available to Advanced Home Program participants who increase the energy efficiency of their projects.
Read MoreHelping Builders Today for Tomorrow’s Environment
CAHP highlights best practices in energy efficiency, green building and sustainability, and offers generous financial incentives for...
Read MoreSavings By Design
The Savings By Design encourages the design and construction of high-performance projects that offer economic, health and environmental...
Read MoreBusiness Energy Management
SDG&E can help you manage your company’s energy costs – from analyzing the best rate schedule to performing an on-site energy audit.
Read MoreSDSU, SDG&E help “engineer” summer camp for 150 San Diego County kids
SAN DIEGO, June 24, 2011 – This week, 150 elementary school children in San Diego County are attending a new kind of summer camp -- the
Read MoreEnergy Upgrade California
The benefits of the program include:Rebates and incentives for energy-efficient upgrades
Read MoreEnergy Efficiency Business Incentives
Learn more about Energy Efficiency Business Incentives
Read MoreSDG&E’s Summer Saver Program
During these brief conservation periods, your A/C is “cycled” on and off, while the fan continues to circulate air.
Read MoreSavings Tailored to your Business
To participate in the Energy Savings Bid program, you’ll need to benchmark your facility and include a copy of your "Statement of Energy
Read MoreZero-Percent Business Financing
Get zero-percent financing for your qualifying energy-efficient business improvements.
Read MoreSavings by Design
When you’re planning a nonresidential new construction project, it pays to get an early start on energy efficiency.
Read MoreCapacity Bidding
Earn monthly payments by pledging or “bidding” your own power reduction levels.
Read MoreTelephone
Residential: 1-800-411-7343
Business: 1-800-336-7343