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California Business Energy Incentives Complete Database

Comprehensive database of all federal, state, and local energy incentives available to California businesses in 2025.

Promise Energy Team2024-01-2012 min read

Federal Incentives

The Investment Tax Credit (ITC) offers 30% for solar and energy storage through 2032. Modified Accelerated Cost Recovery System (MACRS) allows 5-year depreciation. Section 179 enables immediate expensing up to $1 million.

California State Programs

Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) provides $200-850/kWh for battery storage with equity adders. California Solar Initiative offers rebates for solar thermal. Property tax exclusion for solar installations preserves property values.

Utility Programs

SCE, PG&E, and SDG&E offer demand response programs paying $50-200/kW annually. Net Energy Metering 3.0 provides bill credits for excess generation. Time-of-use optimization programs reduce peak charges.

Local Incentives

Los Angeles offers expedited permitting and additional rebates. San Diego provides fire zone battery incentives up to 85% of costs. Bay Area air quality programs offer additional funding for clean energy projects.

PACE Financing

Property Assessed Clean Energy financing provides 100% project funding repaid through property taxes. Available throughout California with competitive rates and terms up to 30 years.

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