What is the Energy Savings Assistance (ESA) Multifamily Energy Savings Program?

[fusion_builder_container type="flex" hundred_percent="no" equal_height_columns="no" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" background_position="center center" background_repeat="no-repeat" fade="no" background_parallax="none" parallax_speed="0.3" video_aspect_ratio="16:9" video_loop="yes" video_mute="yes" border_style="solid"][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type="1_1" type="1_1" layout="1_1" background_position="left top" border_style="solid" border_position="all" spacing="yes" background_repeat="no-repeat" margin_top="0px" margin_bottom="0px" animation_speed="0.3" animation_direction="left" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" center_content="no" last="true" hover_type="none" background_blend_mode="overlay" first="true" min_height="" link=""][fusion_text hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" sticky_display="normal,sticky" animation_direction="left" animation_speed="0.3" animation_delay="0"] Multifamily Energy Savings provides qualified affordable multifamily residents and property owners with energy efficiency retrofit and weatherization services, including: [/fusion_text][fusion_checklist parent_dynamic_content="" type="icons" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" circlecolor="var(--awb-color6)" size="18px" margin_bottom="25px"][fusion_li_item] No-cost technical project assistance, [/fusion_li_item][fusion_li_item] No-cost in-unit upgrades, [/fusion_li_item][fusion_li_item] No-cost health and safety testing, [/fusion_li_item][fusion_li_item] No-cost energy education, and [/fusion_li_item][fusion_li_item] Incentives for eligible energy efficient equipment installed in the common areas. [/fusion_li_item][/fusion_checklist][fusion_text hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" sticky_display="normal,sticky" animation_direction="left" animation_speed="0.3" animation_delay="0"] These services help to save money and energy, enhancing the standard quality of living for residents. Reach out to discuss details and find out if your property qualifies. [/fusion_text][/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]

How is the Energy Savings Assistance (ESA) Multifamily Energy Savings different from the former ESA Common Area Measures (CAM) program?

[fusion_builder_container type="flex" hundred_percent="no" equal_height_columns="no" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" background_position="center center" background_repeat="no-repeat" fade="no" background_parallax="none" parallax_speed="0.3" video_aspect_ratio="16:9" video_loop="yes" video_mute="yes" border_style="solid"][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type="1_1" layout="1_1" background_position="left top" border_style="solid" border_position="all" spacing="yes" background_repeat="no-repeat" margin_top="0px" margin_bottom="0px" animation_speed="0.3" animation_direction="left" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" center_content="no" last="true" hover_type="none" background_blend_mode="overlay" first="true" min_height="" link=""][fusion_text columns="" column_min_width="" column_spacing="" rule_style="" rule_size="" rule_color="" hue="" saturation="" lightness="" alpha="" user_select="" content_alignment_medium="" content_alignment_small="" content_alignment="" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" sticky_display="normal,sticky" class="" id="" margin_top="" margin_right="" margin_bottom="" margin_left="" fusion_font_family_text_font="" fusion_font_variant_text_font="" font_size="" line_height="" letter_spacing="" text_transform="" text_color="" animation_type="" animation_direction="left" animation_color="" animation_speed="0.3" animation_delay="0" animation_offset="" logics=""] The ESA CAM program ended in 2022. It was replaced by Multifamily Energy Savings, an expanded program that serves both common areas and resident units in qualified affordable multifamily properties. The new program offers more tools and support to property owners and is available to properties in any investor-owned utility territory in the state of California. [/fusion_text][/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]

Can I participate in other energy-savings programs at the same time as Multifamily Energy Savings?

[fusion_builder_container type="flex" hundred_percent="no" equal_height_columns="no" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" background_position="center center" background_repeat="no-repeat" fade="no" background_parallax="none" parallax_speed="0.3" video_aspect_ratio="16:9" video_loop="yes" video_mute="yes" border_style="solid"][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type="1_1" layout="1_1" background_position="left top" border_style="solid" border_position="all" spacing="yes" background_repeat="no-repeat" margin_top="0px" margin_bottom="0px" animation_speed="0.3" animation_direction="left" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" center_content="no" last="true" hover_type="none" background_blend_mode="overlay" first="true" min_height="" link=""][fusion_text columns="" column_min_width="" column_spacing="" rule_style="" rule_size="" rule_color="" hue="" saturation="" lightness="" alpha="" user_select="" content_alignment_medium="" content_alignment_small="" content_alignment="" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" sticky_display="normal,sticky" class="" id="" margin_top="" margin_right="" margin_bottom="" margin_left="" fusion_font_family_text_font="" fusion_font_variant_text_font="" font_size="" line_height="" letter_spacing="" text_transform="" text_color="" animation_type="" animation_direction="left" animation_color="" animation_speed="0.3" animation_delay="0" animation_offset="" logics=""] Yes, p roperties can take part in more than one energy-saving program at the same time . However, eligibility and funding depend on the program you wish to participate in with Multifamily Energy Savings. To maximize the benefits of combining incentive programs, it’s best to be proactive and learn what is eligible by discussing project details with a Multifamily Energy Savings program team member early in the project design phase . [/fusion_text][/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]

What Percentage of Project Costs Are Available for Rebate Through Multifamily Energy Savings Program Incentives Offered?

[fusion_builder_container type="flex" hundred_percent="no" equal_height_columns="no" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" background_position="center center" background_repeat="no-repeat" fade="no" background_parallax="none" parallax_speed="0.3" video_aspect_ratio="16:9" video_loop="yes" video_mute="yes" border_style="solid"][fusion_builder_row][fusion_builder_column type="1_1" type="1_1" layout="1_1" background_position="left top" border_style="solid" border_position="all" spacing="yes" background_repeat="no-repeat" margin_top="0px" margin_bottom="0px" animation_speed="0.3" animation_direction="left" hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" center_content="no" last="true" hover_type="none" background_blend_mode="overlay" first="true" min_height="" link=""][fusion_text hide_on_mobile="small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility" sticky_display="normal,sticky" animation_direction="left" animation_speed="0.3" animation_delay="0"] Deed-restricted properties can receive up to 100% of the project cost for qualifying energy efficiency and weatherization improvements to the property common areas. Non-deed-restricted properties can receive up to 50% of the project cost for qualifying energy efficiency and weatherization improvements to the property common areas. Both deed- and non-deed-restricted properties can receive in-unit upgrades at no-cost. Restrictions apply. Connect with a program team member by filling out an interest form to determine if the incentives offered are the right fit for your property. [/fusion_text][/fusion_builder_column][/fusion_builder_row][/fusion_builder_container]

What is the difference between an affordable deed-restricted and non-deed-restricted property?

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How do I (or my organization) select the common area upgrades to be installed at our property or properties?

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FAQs Archive - ESA Multifamily Energy Savings program

What is the Energy Savings Assistance (ESA) Multifamily Energy Savings Program?
How is the Energy Savings Assistance (ESA) Multifamily Energy Savings different from the former ESA Common Area Measures (CAM) program?
Can I participate in other energy-savings programs at the same time as Multifamily Energy Savings?
What Percentage of Project Costs Are Available for Rebate Through Multifamily Energy Savings Program Incentives Offered?
What is the difference between an affordable deed-restricted and non-deed-restricted property?
How do I (or my organization) select the common area upgrades to be installed at our property or properties?

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Utility Disclaimer

The Multifamily Energy Savings program is funded by California utility customers and administered by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) and San Diego Gas and Electric (SDG&E) and supported by the state’s other Investor-Owned Utilities (IOUs) Southern California Edison (SCE), SoCal Gas (SCG) under the auspices of the California Public Utility Commission. Customers who choose to participate in this program are not obligated to purchase any additional goods or services offered by TRC/RHA or any other third party. 

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