Active ProgramLast verified: 2026-07-19
SGIP — Self-Generation Incentive Program (Battery Storage)
Save up to
$200–$1,100 per kWh (up to $15,000+)
Provider
California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC)
The Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) is California's primary battery storage incentive for PG&E territory residents. The incentive ranges from $200/kWh for general market customers to $1,100/kWh for equity resiliency customers (low-income in fire-threat areas). For a typical 13.5 kWh Tesla Powerwall, that's $2,700-$14,850 in incentives. SGIP is separate from SMUD's battery program — it's specifically for PG&E, SCE, and SDG&E customers. Equity and resiliency tiers tend to have more available funding.
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓Must be a customer of PG&E, SCE, or SDG&E (NOT SMUD — SMUD has its own battery program)
- ✓General Market tier: $200-$350/kWh incentive
- ✓Equity Budget (low-income): $850/kWh incentive
- ✓Equity Resiliency (low-income + fire threat zone): $1,000-$1,100/kWh incentive
- ✓Battery must be minimum 3 kWh usable capacity
- ✓Subject to available funding in each tier (equity tiers typically have more funding)
- ✓System must be connected to the grid
How to Apply
- 1Determine your tier: General Market, Equity, or Equity Resiliency
- 2Check funding availability at selfgenca.com
- 3Get a battery storage quote from a SGIP-registered installer (NorCal Repairs can refer)
- 4Installer submits SGIP application on your behalf
- 5Receive reservation confirmation and approval
- 6Install battery system within the reservation timeframe
- 7Incentive paid after installation verification
Qualifying Equipment & Services
- ●Tesla Powerwall 2 (13.5 kWh) / Powerwall 3
- ●Enphase IQ Battery (3.36-10.08 kWh per unit)
- ●LG RESU / LG ESS systems
- ●Generac PWRcell
- ●Franklin WH (Whole Home)
- ●Sonnen eco/ecoLinx
- ●Any battery system with 3+ kWh usable capacity
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much SGIP incentive will I get for a Tesla Powerwall?
Depends on your tier. Tesla Powerwall 3 (13.5 kWh): General Market = ~$2,700-$4,725. Equity = ~$11,475. Equity Resiliency = ~$13,500-$14,850. The equity and resiliency tiers can cover most or all of the battery cost.
Am I eligible for the Equity Resiliency tier?
You qualify if you meet BOTH criteria: (1) low-income (enrolled in CARE/FERA or income at/below 80% AMI) AND (2) live in a High Fire Threat District (Tier 2 or 3) or have experienced 2+ PSPS (Public Safety Power Shutoff) events. Many foothill and rural PG&E areas qualify.
Can I combine SGIP with other programs?
SGIP cannot be combined with SMUD's battery incentive (different utility territory). However, it can be combined with solar installations and the federal 30C credit if applicable. Note: the 25D clean energy credit that covered batteries has expired.
Is SGIP still funded?
Yes, though funding varies by tier and utility. Equity and Equity Resiliency tiers tend to have more available funding. General Market tier may have limited or no funding depending on the current budget cycle. Check selfgenca.com for real-time availability.
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