These innovative features work together to transform your house into an efficient, green machine. Consider these upgrades to improve indoor air quality, enhance the comfort of your home, and save money on utilities. Check out the Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN) Home+ Program for information on rebates for making improvements to your home as well as customized support and guidance.

Solar Panels Go solar and run your electric appliances on sunlight. Did you know that Cupertino has received national recognition for advancing solar energy?

Smart Appliances Switch to highly efficient, ENERGY STAR appliances and connect to your smart thermostat to save money during high price times for electricity usage. Check for PG&E rebates on ENERGY STAR appliances.

Electric Car Drive an electric car or plug-in hybrid to complete your climate smart home! View rebates, grants, and other financing resources from Bay Area Air Quality Management District.

Efficient Water Heater Set your water heater to 120 degrees to save up to $460 per year.  When it is time to replace your water heater, consider an electric heat pump water heater, which uses clean electricity, saves energy, and eliminates toxic pollutants from being released in your home. After installing, save money by applying for water heater rebates from Silicon Valley Clean Energy or BayREN.

A local resident developed a step-by-step manual to help Santa Clara County residents switch to an electric heat pump. Please note: This resource is not sponsored by the City of Cupertino but has been helpful to many individuals. https://santaclara.cleanhotwater.info

Wi-Fi Enabled Smart Thermostat Enjoy additional features, convenience, and energy savings with a Wi-Fi thermostat. Find an ENERGY STAR smart thermostat and get a rebate from PG&E or BayREN.

Green Your Lighting Switch your old fluorescent or incandescent to LED and save energy and money on your electric bill.

Choose 100% Renewable Energy: Power your home with 100% renewable energy through Silicon Valley Clean Energy. Learn more at GreenPrime or call 1-844-474-7823.

Want to lower your energy bills but unsure where to start? Sign up for a no cost service called HomeIntel that provides an online analysis of your home based on smart meter data and custom recommendations to save money.  hea.com/Cupertino

Save Energy At Home & Work

• Cupertino Do-It-Yourself Toolkit: Free CFLs, faucet aerators, a low-flow showerhead, weather stripping, a clothesline and more by checking out this toolkit from the Cupertino Library.
• Home Upgrade: Homeowners in the Bay Area can choose a whole-house approach to saving energy and money. You'll reduce energy use, increase comfort, and add value to your home. Plus, get cash incentives and rebates!
  • Get support from a Free Home Upgrade Advisor! Home Upgrade Advisors can provide direct, unbiased assistance to inform you about energy efficiency options, help you select an appropriate contractor, review estimates or bids, and help you navigate project installation and financing processes.

Choose 100%  Carbon Free Electricity

Silicon Valley Clean Energy (SVCE): Get 100% carbon-free electric power from Cupertino’s default provider with automatic enrollment in 2017 unless you opt out for PG&E generation.