Use the Internet to complete an On-line Energy Profile. It only takes a few minutes to complete and your results will appear immediately on your screen.
Take advantage of our do-it-yourself Home Energy Profile. If you've lived in your home for one year, we'll analyze the energy usage in your home and mail your results back to you. Call our Customer Service Telephone Center at 1-800-411-SDGE (7343) or Mail SDG&E Now to request a Mail-In Home Profile Survey.
SDG&E has the following energy conservation brochures and fact sheets available. Request any of them at anytime. For a brief description of the brochure content, refer to our Brochure & Forms webpage.
Compact fluorescent lights save you approximately 75% of the energy and last 10 times longer than a comparable incandescent light bulb.
To help you save energy and improve the energy efficiency of your home, SDG&E offers a variety of energy-efficiency services.
Energy usage varies based on pool size, usage and temperature preference. For conservation information on pools and spas:
Because energy saving tests have proven to be inconclusive, SDG&E does not endorse the use of a "green plug."
Read the following brochure to identify the approximate energy costs of your new appliances.
Your total monthly energy usage is shown on your monthly statement. For information:
SDG&E currently offers rebates ranging from $40 - $250 on qualifying dishwashers, refrigerators, room and central air conditioners, swimming pool pumps, and whole-house fans.
The federal government tests appliances for their energy efficiency and the most efficient appliances are considered ENERGY STAR® qualified. Since the federal government does not test clothes dryers for their energy efficiency no rebates are offered.
You can calculate an estimated monthly cost for your appliances by using SDG&E's Home Appliance Calculator.
Here are three tips that can help you control energy usage:
To find out if you qualify for refrigerator recycling, call 1-800-599-5792. They also will schedule an appointment for pickup.
SDG&E provides a free light bulb exchange program for seniors in our service territory. To find out if there is an exchange event in your area, go to our lighting homepage.
The water authorities have a voucher program for ENERGY STAR® qualified clothes washers. Unlike SDG&E's mail-in rebate, an application for a voucher must be made prior to purchase. To find out if you qualify, contact Cindy Hansen at the San Diego County Water Authority at (619) 682-4118.
Compact fluorescent lights save you approximately 75% of the energy and last 10 times longer than a comparable incandescent light bulb. For more information, go to our Home Lighting page.
To help you save energy and improve the energy efficiency of your home, SDG&E offers a variety of energy-efficiency services. Find out more at our Residential Energy-Efficiency section.