California Energy Design Assistance (CEDA)
Quick Summary
California Energy Design Assistance is designed for commercial, industrial, agricultural, and large multifamily (4+ stories) property owners in service territories of PG&E, SCE, SDG&E, and SoCalGas—not typical single-family homes. If your project qualifies (new construction or major alterations meeting specific criteria), you can access comprehensive energy efficiency analysis covering mechanical, lighting, and envelope systems to reduce operating costs; apply through the program website.
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Program Details
- Program ID
- 1455
- Last Updated
- 5/23/2024
Eligibility
Program Summary
California Energy Design Assistance is available for commercial, public, industrial, agriculture, and high-rise multifamily projects.
The program serves new construction and major alternations in Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas®), San Diego Gas & Electric Company (SDG&E®), Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E®), and Southern California Edison Company (SCE®) areasMajor alterations must meet the following criteria: Changes in space function (building or space occupancy type change) OR Substantial changes (≥30%) in design occupancy (square feet per person) OR Increase (≥10%) in conditioned floor area OR Any substantial expansion or addition of process or conditioning load to an existing facilityCalifornia Energy Design Assistance is the new construction energy efficiency resource for Commercial, Multifamily (4+ stories), Public, Agricultural, and Industrial customers across the state. Through Energy Design Assistance, a comprehensive analysis of energy efficiency options will be explored. This analysis includes multiple mechanical, lighting, and envelope systems. Begin your application at the website above.
Contact & Resources
Please verify current program details with the administering agency before making any financial decisions.