Sonoma Flex Package

The Sonoma County Regional Climate Protection Authority (RCPA) introduces Sonoma Flex Package, a new incentive program that enhances the current Energy Upgrade California™ program to help Sonoma
County homeowners undertake affordable upgrades that improve the home’s comfort, health, and energy efficiency. 

This program provides $1,500 to $2,500 in rebates and a flexible menu of efficiency measures to help the contractor and homeowner choose the most sensible energy upgrades for the home.  Flex Package rewards homeowners with greater incentives when they combine upgrades that optimize the home’s comfort, safety, efficiency, and energy savings. 

Windsor Efficiency PAYS^®

Town of Windsor Approves Innovative Water Conservation Program, the First of Its Kind in the State of California

Windsor residents will now be able to participate in Windsor Efficiency PAYS^®, a new, innovative water conservation program that provides residents with immediate savings on utility bills and requires no upfront cost or new debt.  The program provides for the installation of very efficient products and appliances, as well as dry-summer, drought resistant landscaping that will reduce water use, conserve energy and save money.

"Windsor Efficiency PAYS^® provides a real win/win for local residents and the Town," said Town of Windsor Mayor Debora Fudge, "Windsor residents will be able to enjoy new efficient appliances and can replace their lawns with low water landscaping, which will save them money.  The Town can reduce its demand on our limited water supply, and future costs associated with expanding our infrastructure will be minimized while also reducing the Town's overall environmental impact."

The PAYS^® model is being piloted through a joint effort of the Town of Windsor, Sonoma County Regional Climate Protection Authority (RCPA), and the U.S. Department of Energy, in an effort to eliminate water and energy waste and address consumer concern for rising utility costs.

"The PAYS^® program works because it allows program participants to "pay as you save^®" with no loan and no debt associated with repayment," said Paul Piazza, Water Conservation Program Coordinator for the Town of Windsor.  "Participants are offered a specified selection of upgrade measures, such as high efficiency washing machines, toilets, showerheads/aerators, and drought resistant landscaping; after installation, participants pay a surcharge on their water bill with the assurance that their estimated savings on combined utility bills (energy/water) will exceed the bi-monthly water surcharge."

Since PAYS^® program offers the assurance that savings will exceed monthly surcharges, utility customers must meet eligibility requirements to participate.  A Certified Contractor will determine eligibility based on the customer's current water and energy usage.

"We are very excited to expand the tools available to residents who want to reduce their water and energy bills," said RCPA Chairwoman Valerie Brown.  "The Town of Windsor has stepped up to lead the way on this pilot program and the RCPA is eager to work with them to ensure success." 

For more information, visit the Windsor Efficiency PAYS^® website at www.windsorefficiencypays.com or call (707) 565-6472.  To view a full copy of this press release, click here.

 

Healdsburg Electric Department's Energy Efficiency Programs & Incentives

Healdsburg Electric Department
The City of Healdsburg and the Sonoma County Energy Independence Program (SCEIP) are excited to announce their new partnership in energy efficiency!

Healdsburg Electric Department, as a Publicly Owned Utility, provides energy efficiency programs and other incentives to Healdsburg Electric customers.

Today, the program consists of low-income subsidies for electric customers, energy efficiency programs for residential and commercial customers, incentives for new solar systems, and some development of renewable energy projects. Funding for these programs comes from the Public Benefits surcharge of each monthly electric bill.

To provide the best possible energy efficiency program, the City has entered into a partnership with SCEIP to provide competent and experienced professionals to support Healdsburg’s energy efficiency program goals.

SCEIP will provide oversight to the City’s activities and efforts with regard to the administration, development, management, evaluation, and promotion of energy efficiency programs. In addition, SCEIP will continue to seek grant opportunities consistent with the City’s customer composition as well as custom energy efficiency programs with a broad, city-wide appeal.  For more information, please click HERE.

The City of Healdsburg and the Sonoma County Energy Independence Program (SCEIP) are excited to announce their new partnership in energy efficiency!

Healdsburg Electric Department, as a Publicly Owned Utility, provides energy efficiency programs and other incentives to Healdsburg Electric customers.

Today, the program consists of low-income subsidies for electric customers, energy efficiency programs for residential and commercial customers, incentives for new solar systems, and some development of renewable energy projects. Funding for these programs comes from the Public Benefits surcharge of each monthly electric bill.

To provide the best possible energy efficiency program, the City has entered into a partnership with SCEIP to provide competent and experienced professionals to support Healdsburg’s energy efficiency program goals.

SCEIP will provide oversight to the City’s activities and efforts with regard to the administration, development, management, evaluation, and promotion of energy efficiency programs. In addition, SCEIP will continue to seek grant opportunities consistent with the City’s customer composition as well as custom energy efficiency programs with a broad, city-wide appeal.  For more information, please click HERE.