Home Incentives & Financing Solar Water Heating Program

Solar Water Heating Program

As of January 20th, the California Solar Initiative Solar Thermal Program is under development. We will start accepting applications on May 1st, 2010. Learn more.

solar water heater san diegoSolar water heating ( SWH) systems reduce greenhouse gas emissions and conserve fossil fuel resources, while cutting energy use and saving money on utility bills. Systems can offset up to 75% of the natural gas, electricity or propane used by your current water heater. SWH systems work to supplement the existing water heater - you do not need to replace or remove it.

SWH systems preheat the water used in a home or business (such as showers, dishwashers or sinks) and can help protect consumers against future gas and electricity shortages, as well as price increases. They help preserve the environment by eliminating carbon dioxide emissions and reducing harmful pollutants. For more information visit the Solar Water Heating Resources.

Go Solar Now! Attend a free “Solar Water Heating Basics for Homeowners” workshop. For more information contact us at (877) 333 - SWHP or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Reduce your carbon footprint with this low-cost solar technology and take advantage of  free energy from the sun!

The SWH pilot program, exclusively for SDG&E customers, stopped taking applications on Dec. 31, 2009.






SWH Testimonial

"Thanks, great info and very happy you're doing this very important work. The future is bright!"
- Bo Hart
San Diego,CA

SWH Workshops


Take advantage of free solar water heating workshops at CCSE.

SWH Fact

Over the last 40 years, the cost of natural gas has increased, on average, over 7% annually in California.

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Notable & Quotable

"I urge individuals around the world to stand up, and ask local leaders, if they haven't already, to pledge to purchase cleaner cars, build green facilities, and buy green power like wind or solar energy. Our actions may determine if we become a casualty in the war for a habitable planet for generations to come."

-- Actor, Leonardo DiCaprio