California Alternate Rates for Energy Program Apply
The California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE program) provides a 20% discount on monthly electric bills for qualifying households. To be eligible for CARE, customers must be full-time residents and their total household income must meet the income guidelines listed below:
*Guidelines effective from: June 1, 2020 - May 31, 2021
| Number of persons in household | Total yearly household income |
|---|---|
| 1-2 | $34,480 |
| 3 | $43,440 |
| 4 | $52,400 |
| 5 | $61,360 |
| 6 | $70,320 |
| 7 | $79,280 |
| 8 | $88,240 |
| For each additional person in your household add $8,960. *Upper Limit Calculations = 200% of Federal Poverty Guidelines. |
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If you meet these guidelines, you can apply for the CARE program online or by downloading an application by selecting one of the following English - Spanish.