If you’re among the many San Diegans reporting skyrocketing power bills despite best efforts to reduce their energy use,1 we’ve got great news for you. Because solar panels prices have been dropping faster than experts predicted,2 and going solar today is one of the smartest moves you can make to shrink your San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) monthly energy bills — and your carbon footprint — while preparing for the future.
According to studies, choosing a solar battery storage plan from a company like Sunrun can lock you to low, predictable electricity rates and save you thousands of dollars over the next 25 years or longer.3 But before going through the details, let’s talk about who SDG&E is, as well as the actions they’re taking to keep your community and the environment clean, healthy and safe.
San Diego Gas & Electric Company (SDG&E) is a regulated public utility, owned by Sempra Energy, that provides natural gas and energy services to more than 3.6 million residents in San Diego and southern Orange counties. To date, SDG&E has installed over 1.4 million electric meters and almost 875,000 natural gas meters throughout a 4,100-square-mile service area.4
If you suspect your home is losing energy, a DIY (Do-It-Yourself) home energy checkup could help you pinpoint some of the easier areas to address before contacting a professional. Such as locating air leaks in doors and windows, examining the light bulbs in your home, or unplugging devices and appliances when they’re not in use to avoid phantom loads. Check out this simple guide for a DIY home energy audit. Tips include: