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SAN GABRIEL VALLEY COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS
One Valley. One Voice.
ENERGY PROGRAMS
The San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments (SGVCOG) works in partnership with the
Southern California Regional Energy Network (SoCalREN), Clean Power Alliance, and the Southern California Gas Company
to help connect agencies, residents, contractors, and more with energy efficiency resources.
Click on each title to learn more about our programs and opportunities!
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The Southern California Regional Energy Network (SoCalREN) Public Agency Programs offer customized support and resources to help public agencies save energy and money and lead their communities on the pathway to zero net energy and greater sustainability. The SGVCOG is proud to partner with SoCalREN to bring their services to the San Gabriel Valley.
The SGVCOG is leveraging local knowledge and strong relationships with public agencies in the San Gabriel Valley region to bring SoCalREN’s no-cost support on energy, demand, and water-saving projects to the San Gabriel Valley communities. Together, we will ensure SoCalREN’s highly valued programs are accessible for public agencies, especially those supporting underserved and hard-to-reach communities, in the San Gabriel Valley.
SoCalREN SERVICES
✓ Project management support
✓ Technical support
✓ Access to funding, financing, incentives, and more
✓ Procurement
✓ Network services
Authorized in 2012 by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), the SoCalREN provides services to residents, businesses, and public agencies throughout the areas served by Southern California Edison (SCE) and/or SoCalGas®. SoCalREN also offers programs for residents and businesses which public agencies can leverage for the benefit of their communities.
The SoCalREN Public Agency Programs are administered by the County of Los Angeles and funded by California utility ratepayers under the auspices of the California Public Utilities Commission.
SAN GABRIEL VALLEY ENROLLED AGENCIES
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City of Alhambra
City of Arcadia
City of Baldwin Park
City of Bradbury
City of Claremont
City of Covina
City of Diamond Bar
City of Duarte
City of El Monte
City of Industry
City of Irwindale
City of Walnut
City of West Covina
Alhambra Unified School District
Baldwin Park Unified School District
El Monte Union High School District
Monrovia Unified School District
Pomona Unified School District
Foothill Transit
Foothill Municipal Water District
Upper San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water DistrictSouth Coast Air Quality Management District
City of La Puente
City of La Verne
City of Monrovia
City of Monterey Park
City of Montebello
City of Pomona
City of Rosemead
City of San Dimas
City of South El Monte
City of South Pasadena
City of Temple City
PUBLIC AGENCY PARTNERSHIP WITH SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL ENERGY NETWORK
The San Gabriel Valley Energy Champion Awards recognize San Gabriel Valley agencies' efforts for increasing energy efficiency in municipal facilities and engaging in long-term strategic planning for energy efficiency. The goal is to motivate cities, school districts, and special districts to take further actions toward energy efficiency. All cities, school districts, and special districts in the San Gabriel Valley are eligible to participate.
ENERGY CHAMPION AWARDS
AWARDS STRUCTURE
NEW: 2024-25 Energy Champion Awards Guide
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Eligible actions & corresponding point values are available in the 2024-25 Guide
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This round is a two-year cycle ending in Winter 2025
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Submit any eligible actions via email to narreaga@sgvcog.org
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Previous winners of the Energy Champion Awards:
2022-23
Silver: Monrovia, San Gabriel, South El Monte
Gold: Alhambra, Arcadia, AQMD
Platinum: Irwindale
Champion: Duarte, El Monte, Pomona, South Pasadena, Walnut, Foothill Transit
2021
Silver: Arcadia, Claremont, Monrovia, Montebello, San Gabriel, South Coast Air Quality Management District, and Walnut
Gold: Foothill Transit
Platinum: Duarte and Irwindale
2020
Silver: San Dimas
Gold: Alhambra, Arcadia, Claremont, Duarte, El Monte, Irwindale, La Verne, Monrovia, Pomona, San Gabriel, South El Monte, South Pasadena, Walnut, and EMUHSD
NATALIE ARREAGA
Management Aide
narreaga@sgvcog.org
Questions and inquiries regarding the Energy Champion Awards can be directed to the following individuals:
MULTIFAMILY RESIDENTIAL PARTNERSHIP WITH SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA REGIONAL ENERGY NETWORK
The Southern California Regional Energy Network (SoCalREN) Multifamily Program offers resources for contractors and multifamily property owners to plan and implement energy efficiency improvements. Through the SoCalREN Multifamily Program, Participating Contractors can offer their multifamily property owner customers incentives to offset the cost of energy efficiency upgrades. If you work in HVAC, lighting, or water heating, you can work with SoCalREN to grow your business in the multifamily market. The SGVCOG is proud to partner with SoCalREN to bring their services to the San Gabriel Valley.
The SGVCOG is leveraging strong partnerships with local communities to bring SoCalREN’s incentives and resources to the San Gabriel Valley communities. Together, we will ensure SoCalREN’s highly valued programs are accessible for multifamily property owners, especially those located in underserved and hard-to-reach communities, in the San Gabriel Valley.
Learn more about the SoCalREN Multifamily Program:
PROPERTY OWNERS
Learn more about incentives, financing, and free consulting services available to multifamily property owners in the San Gabriel Valley.
FINANCING INFORMATION
SoCalREN offers exclusive financing for qualifying multifamily energy efficiency projects.
CONTRACTORS
Work with SoCalREN to provide energy efficiency services to multifamily customers throughout Southern California.
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CASE STUDIES
Learn how SoCalREN helped multifamily properties throughout Southern California complete successful energy efficiency upgrades.
The Kits for Kids Program is designed to introduce third and fourth grade classrooms to energy efficiency while helping students and their families save energy, improve the comfort of their home, and save money. Teachers may enroll their classroom on the SoCalREN website. Each student will complete an interactive scavenger hunt and receive an energy efficiency kit that includes:
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Two (2) LED Bulbs
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One (1) Efficient Showerhead
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Two (2) Faucet Aerators
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One (1) 1.5 GPM Kitchen Faucet Aerator
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One (1) 1.0 GPM Bath Faucet Aerator
Each enrolled classroom is eligible to receive a $1,000 grant if 65% of the students install the energy efficient items and fill out the proof of installation form.
For questions, email narreaga@sgvcog.org
SoCalREN Kits for Kids Program
The SGVCOG received a grant from the Clean Power Alliance (CPA) to promote the CPA's newly launched Energy Teams Program, which is a free customer program to to help CPA customers with everything from energy efficiency and clean energy upgrade assessments to providing information on ways to access available rebates for homes or small businesses.
Eligible customers must be eligible CPA residential and small business customers that reside in the following San Gabriel Valley cities:
City of Alhambra
City of Arcadia
City of Claremont
City of Monrovia
City of Sierra Madre
City of South Pasadena
Temple City
Energy Teams Services
The Clean Power Alliance's Energy Team are experts ready to help residential and small business customers with energy upgrades. We offer guidance on rebates and electrical upgrades like EV chargers and heat pump water heaters — all at no charge. Our goal is to provide clear, unbiased information to help you save energy, lower costs, and contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable future. Together, we can make the transition to cleaner energy smoother for everyone. The offered CPA services include:
Guidance on available rebates, incentives, and tax credits to maximize savings.
Assistance finding qualified contractors and reviewing bids or proposals.
Customized electrification plans tailored to individual homes and businesses.
Virtual energy assessments to identify energy efficiency and electrification opportunities.
Technical support for customers already in the process of electrifying their properties.
Interested in learning more about the Energy Team projects? Please contact the CPA Energy Team by:
Hotline number at 866-319-4488 from Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm PST.
Email at EnergyTeam@cleanpoweralliance.org.
Want to schedule a free appointment online? You can schedule an appointment here.
Other Resources Available
Review the CPA's Energy Team Tools:
Rooftop Solar Savings Calculator
Electric Vehicle & Charging Guidance
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning Cost Estimator
Water Heat Cost Estimator
Review other CPA Programs:
EV SmartCharge - Save money by charging at certain times of the day
Sun Storage Rebate - $750 rebates that are income-eligible
Incetive Rebate Program Finder - Find other rebates