Savings By Design (SBD)
Since 1999, this program has been giving up-front design assistance supported by financial incentives based on project performance to new construction and renovation/remodel projects.
Key Benefits
Variety of solutions help building owners:
- Save money by reducing operating costs.
- Increase the comfort, health and productivity for building occupants.
- Conserve natural resources.
Qualifications/Eligibility
- Projects must be at a point where design changes are feasible, preferably in the conceptual or schematic design phase.
- See program page sdge.com/sbd for additional qualifications and/or eligibility.
How does a customer apply?
- Visit sdge.com/sbd for details on next steps.
“We’re excited about our new 20-year energy master plan that is focused on making us more energy efficient, resilient, and carbon neutral. For example we collaborated with SDG&E’s Savings By Design program at the inception of Terminal 2 West and the Rental Car Center projects to maximize energy efficiency and cost savings.
— Jeffrey Woodson, Vice President Development
— Brendan Reed, Environmental Sustainability Program Manager, San Diego County Regional Airport Authority
Terminal 2 West Expansion:
$150,000 incentive
3,477,738 kWh savings
11,468 therms save
Rental Car Center:
$150,000 incentive
2,075,763 kWh savings