Simplified Savings Program for Small and Medium Businesses
The Simplified Savings Program for Small and Medium Businesses is designed for businesses seeking energy-efficient upgrades to lower their energy bills while improving the safety and comfort of their spaces.
Qualifying small and medium business owners will meet with a program specialist who will identify immediate energy-saving measures that can be installed at low- or no-cost. Our expert team will conduct free on-site assessment, offer educational advice, and provide professional installations for your business.
This program is designed to address the main challenges faced by small and medium-business customers in Disadvantaged Communities or those defined as Hard-To-Reach. It provides key milestones towards achieving greater energy efficiency, lowering utility bills, and enhancing comfort, productivity, and safety in your business.
Benefits of the program:
Get a free on-site assessment with personalized energy-saving tips for your business.
Enjoy low- or no-cost upgrades that save money and boost efficiency.
Show your commitment to sustainability and improve your business’s reputation in your community.
Enjoy a safer, more comfortable workplace with your new energy upgrades.
Eligibility
To be eligible as a participant in the Simplified Savings Program for Small and Medium Businesses, your business must:
Have electric service provided by SCE through a non-residential account that pays the Public Goods Charge or Public Purpose Programs (PPP) surcharge
Have a peak demand of less than 200 kW
Not be a part of a chain with more than 10 locations
Operate within a Disadvantaged Community (DAC) and/or meet the Small Business Hard-To-Reach (HTR) criteria
How to determine if your business is in a Disadvantaged Community (DAC) or considered a Small Business Hard-To-Reach (HTR):
- Follow this link toCalifornia OEHHA CalEnviroScreen SB535 CalEnviroScreen SB535. If your business address is located in a red zone, it meets the program’s eligibility requirement for Disadvantaged Community (DAC) status.
- If you are not located in a Disadvantaged Community (DAC) (the red zone noted above), but are in the Greater Los Angeles Area, you must be able to certify that all three of the following Small Business Hard-To-Reach (HTR) criteria are met:
- Primary language spoken is other than English, AND
- Business size is fewer than 25 employees, AND
- Facility is leased or rented
- If you are located outside the Greater Los Angeles Area, only one of the Hard-To-Reach (HTR) criteria must be met.
How it works:
1. Confirm your eligibility and enroll:
Begin by checking your business’s eligibility and enrolling here.
2. Schedule your free assessment:
If your business is eligible, one of our program specialists will reach out to provide general information and assist you in scheduling your free assessment.
3. Receive your energy assessment:
Collaborate with our qualify contractor to identify the best energy-saving measures based on your assessment.
4. Schedule your installation day:
Confirm your energy-saving measures and schedule your installation. Our team will make sure that your upgrades are installed for optimal performance.
5. Start Saving!
Enjoy the benefits of your upgrades and save money while transforming into a sustainable business.