2026 called: It wants a clean energy future, and you can help.
As a Californian, you are an important force in the state’s push to reduce greenhouse gases and reach zero carbon emissions by 2045. Pitching in to lighten your carbon footprint can also lower your electric bill. Now that’s a win-win.
Ready to make 2026 your most energy-savvy year yet? Here’s how:
- Shift your power play: If you’re on a Time-of-Use plan, avoid running big appliances between 4-9 p.m. — that’s when demand peaks, electricity costs more and the power grid relies most on fossil-fueled energy sources.
- Do an appliance glow-up: Ditch the pollutants that gas-powered gadgets emit by swapping to electric appliances, including ovens, water heaters, clothes dryers, fireplaces and heat pumps for heating and cooling.
- Amp up your ride: Consider switching to an electric vehicle. Southern California Edison customers can score a $1,000 rebate on a pre-owned EV, up to $4,000 if income-qualified, and even snag up to $4,200 through the Charge Ready Home program to install a home charger.
- Get smart with your thermostat: Let tech dial down your carbon footprint automatically by joining SCE’s Smart Energy Program for $40 in annual credits.
- Go Paperless with SCE: Cut the clutter and save trees by signing up for paperless billing and notifications. It’s fast, secure and helps reduce waste.
- Use power strips or surge protectors: With a single strip, you can slay several energy-sucking “vampire” devices at once by clicking the off button.
- Volunteer your time: Pick up trash or plant trees in your local community through organizations like Heal the Bay and TreePeople.
- Bundle Orders: When shopping online, select the option to reduce the number of deliveries, so your orders will involve fewer trips and less packaging.
To learn more about programs and rebates to help use more clean energy at home, visit sce.com/rebates.
