With the exception of the $300 Instant AC rebate for Clean Power Alliance eligible customers, the Golden State Rebates program is temporarily paused. If you are a Clean Power Alliance customer, visit our retail coupon portal. At this time, all other offers from Golden State Rebates are paused and expected to relaunch later this year. If you have already reserved a Golden State Rebates retail coupon and have not used it yet, you can redeem it up through July 11th at the retailer you selected. Otherwise, you can wait and reserve a new coupon when the program resumes. For more information, click here or feel free to contact us at (866) 258-4937 or [email protected].

Up to $900 instant rebate

Did you know water heating is the second largest energy user in the home, only behind heating and cooling? Electric heat pump water heaters offer a highly efficient solution that can reduce your water heating costs by hundreds of dollars each year.

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Heat pump water heater benefits

  • Up to three times more efficient than standard electric water heater models
  • Can save hundreds in energy costs each year
  • Safe and reliable performance
  • Helps reduce pollutants and greenhouse gas emissions
  • Contributes to a healthy home and a carbon-free future for California

Safer, cleaner, more efficient

Heat pump water heaters, also known as hybrid water heaters, use 70% less energy than standard electric water heater models by moving heat from one place to another rather than generating it directly. The heat pump water heater takes heat from surrounding air and transfers it to your tank to efficiently heat the water.

We offer heat pump water heater rebates for replacing an existing electric water heater, and for making the switch from gas. You may be able to find additional incentives through The Switch is on.

You can also take advantage of federal tax credits* for energy-efficient upgrades through the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). These credits can help you save even more while maximizing your incentive opportunities. Learn more by visiting Federal Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency | ENERGY STAR.

*Local and federal tax credit availability subject to change at any time.

Eligibility

Heat pump water heater replacing a natural gas storage tank (fuel substitution)

Requirements

Note: Customer must have an active electric account with SDG&E, SCE, or PG&E.

Rebate

45-55 gallon. Minimum UEF 3.30. Must be replacing a 30–40 gallon natural gas storage water heater. $700
>55–≤75 gallon. Min. UEF 3.30. Must be replacing 40–50 gallon natural gas storage water heater. $900
≥75 gallon. Min. UEF 3.30. Must be replacing 50–60 gallon natural gas storage water heater. $900

Heat pump water heater replacing electric storage tank

Requirements
Note: Customer must have an active electric account with SDG&E, SCE, or PG&E.

Rebate

45-55 gallon. Minimum UEF 3.30. Must be replacing a 40–50 gallon natural electric storage water heater. $500

Note: Water heater must be installed within 60 days of purchase. Water heater installations will be inspected at random by phone, email and/or in person by the program and/or the Participating California Utilities and/or the CPUC. See Terms & Conditions for details.

For purchases at a participating retailer:

  • Heat pump water heater must be on the Qualified Products list at the time of purchase. Visit our retail coupon portal for list.
  • Retail in-store only coupons must be used at a location on the Participating Retail Store List. Visit our retail coupon portal for list.
  • Customers can self-install their new water heater but working with a licensed contractor is highly recommended.

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For purchases at a participating distributor:

  • Heat pump water heater must be purchased from a Participating Distributor location.
  • Participating distributor can provide a list of qualified products.
  • Please review this customer notification for purchasing through a Participating Distributor.
  • Customers can self-install their new water heater, however, working with a licensed contractor is highly recommended.

 

Must be a residential customer on a residential rate with an active meter serviced by a Participating California Utility for the installation address. Participating Utilities include San Diego Gas & Electric Company (SDG&E), Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas) or Southern California Edison Company (SCE).