These California residents will receive up to $70 to pay for electricity in October
Millions of California residents will receive up to $70 in credit to pay their electricity bills. This is part of a state program to combat climate change.
This month, millions of Californians will receive up to $70 in credit to pay their electricity bills. This subsidy is thanks to the California Climate Credit, which is part of the state’s efforts to fight climate change.
The credit comes from a California government program that requires power plants, natural gas suppliers and industries that emit greenhouse gases to purchase carbon permits through the Air Resources Board.
Each year, the state issues a limited number of greenhouse gas emissions allowances, which are sold at auctions, and part of the proceeds is used for Climate Credit and other clean energy programs.
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California residents will receive up to $70 to pay for electricity
Every spring and fall, millions of California residents receive credits on their electricity and natural gas bills from specific suppliers. These credits are generally distributed twice a year- in April and October.
The natural gas credit is applied in April, while electric bill credits are given in April and October. If you receive services from an eligible electric and natural gas service provider, you will receive both credits.
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The credits automatically appear on California residents’ utility bills, so they don’t need to do anything to receive them.
As for credit amounts, these vary by utility provider. The Climate Credit is distributed equally to residential customers of each provider, regardless of energy consumption or bill amount.
According to the California Public Utilities Commission web portal, this is how aid for electricity payments will be sent this month:
- PG&E: $38.39
- SCE: $71.00
- SDG&E: $60.70
- Bear Valley: $33.16
- Liberty: $29.49
What can you do if you don’t receive the credit?
If you don't see the credit on your bill, the first thing you should do is contact your utility company before trying to go to the CPUC. This is because your provider can directly access your records, tell you if you are receiving credit, and correct any errors directly.
For more information, visit the California Public Utilities Commission website.