California rebates & incentives
Every state, utility and federal program we track for EV chargers, home batteries and panel upgrades in California — with a link to each official page so you can confirm eligibility.
6 programs · Verified August 2026
- UtilityUp to $2,500, income-eligible households only
PG&E Empower EV
Income-eligible PG&E customers covering the cost of home charging
Income limits apply, most PG&E customers will not qualify. Confirm current availability on PG&E's page before planning around it.
Official program page - Utility$700, income-eligible households only
PG&E Residential Charging Solutions
Income-eligible PG&E customers buying PG&E-approved charging equipment
Applies to PG&E-approved equipment only, and income limits apply.
Official program page - UtilityUp to $1,000, or $1,500 if income-qualified
LADWP Residential EV Charger Rebate
LADWP account holders on a residential rate, in the City of Los Angeles
Covers purchase and installation, and adds $250 more for a dedicated EV meter. Book the LADWP service assessment BEFORE installing. The charger must be on their qualifying product list.
Official program page - UtilityUp to $600 across charger, circuit and load management
SMUD Charge@Home
SMUD residential customers in the Sacramento area
Up to $100 for the charger, $200 for a circuit-sharing device and $500 for the circuit install. One combined rebate per address, first come first served.
Official program page - UtilityUp to $500 per circuit, up to $2,000
SMUD Go Electric Bonus
SMUD customers who first complete a qualifying heat pump conversion
Covers a panel replacement up to 200 amps plus EV, range and dryer circuits. Requires a paired heat pump project through an approved SMUD contractor.
Official program page - FederalUp to $4,000 for a panel upgrade, within an up-to-$14,000 total
Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (IRA HEAR)
Income-qualified households, administered state by state
Availability varies by state: some programs are live, others are launching in 2026 or fully reserved. Check your state energy office.
Official program page
Amounts and eligibility are set by each program and change over time. Confirm on the official page before you buy — and we confirm every incentive you qualify for at your free in-home estimate, then file the paperwork for you.