The San Diego Home Energy Upgrade ( SDHEU) program provides incentives for packaged measures of comprehensive, whole-house energy upgrades. The incentive structure is designed to build on existing energy upgrade programs and varies based on the program for which a particular household qualifies.
Below is an example of the incentive levels for eligible participants.
|
Income Level |
Leveraged Program |
Incentive |
| Low Income (up to 200% poverty) | LIEE/ESAP (Grant) | EUSD $1,000 |
| Moderate Income (200-400% poverty) | MIDI (Grant) | EUSD $1,000 |
| Low - Moderate Income (up to 400% poverty) | EUC (Basic Path) | EUSD $1,000 |
| Low - Moderate Income (up to 400% poverty) | EUC (Advanced Path) | EUSD Up to $4,000 |
The program will provide rebates up to the total project cost. Rebates will be paid to the qualified contractor performing the work once the retrofit has been completed and verified by the program administrator.
The SDHEU program encourages resident participation in the SDG&E LIEE, ESAP, Energy Upgrade California™, Weatherization Assistance and SDG&E MIDI (when available) programs as appropriate for income-qualified applicants. By incorporating and leveraging these programs, eligible participants can draw on a variety of installation measures while minimizing the overall costs of improvements.
Installation measures may include, but are not limited to, the following:
| Envelope sealing | Space cooling equipment |
| Windows | Pipe insulation |
| Roof/attic insulation | Air infiltration testing |
| Wall insulation | Duct sealing and insulation |
| Floor insulation | Water heating equipment |
| Cool roof or radiant barrier | Indoor and outdoor lighting |
| Space heating equipment | Kitchen appliances (refrigerators and dishwasher) |
The first step is a home energy assessment. For participants who qualify for ESAP or MIDI, the assessment will determine the appropriate measures to be installed and funded under the utility-sponsored programs. SDHEU will cover the cost of any additional measures beyond ESAP or MIDI up to $1,000. All of the measures under ESAP or MIDI, as well as any additional measures under SDHEU, are installed at no cost to the participant.
SDHEU Improvements to be Applied Post ESAP/MIDI (may vary depending on existing conditions):
- Additional Attic Insulation
Bring insulation to R-38, reduce energy consumption, increase comfort and cost savings
- Extensive Air Sealing
Seal top plates in attic, seams, plumbing and electrical penetrations to reduce air infiltration, increase comfort and energy cost savings
- Air Infiltration & Combustion Testing
Conduct diagnostic tests to identify air sealing opportunities as well as safety and efficiency of combustion appliances (e.g. furnace, water heater)
- Mechanical Ventilation
As needed to reduce moisture issues (e.g. bathroom fan)
Don’t qualify for ESAP? Learn about SDHEU’s Matching Incentives Program
