- Home
- Government
- Departments
- Public Works
- Sustainability & Climate Action
- Electrification Corner
Electrification Corner
Go Electric, Milpitas!
Switching to clean electricity over natural gas or gasoline in our buildings and cars are priority strategies in Milpitas' Climate Action Plan. The City of Milpitas' Go Electric, Milpitas! program provides exclusive rebates to Milpitas residents who upgrade to electric home appliances. You could receive an additional $3,600+ on top of approximately $13,000 in pre-existing rebates to complete your electrification projects.
Why is Electrification Important?
Using clean electricity to power our homes can significantly reduce Milpitas' community greenhouse gas emissions. Burning natural gas in our homes or using gasoline in our vehicles also releases air pollutants which can lead to increased risks of respiratory ailments in our community. However, using electric appliances and driving electric vehicles can contribute to better air quality and less pollution.
Electrification Made Even More Affordable
Milpitas works with Silicon Valley Clean Energy (SVCE), a community choice energy provider, to provide carbon-free electricity to almost all of our homes and businesses at a lower cost than Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E). This makes electrifying homes and transportation simple, accessible, and good for your pocketbook.
Don’t miss your opportunity to take advantage of the Go Electric, Milpitas! program, which partners with SVCE to provide Milpitas-exclusive financial incentives and rebates! See the chart below for details on what type of appliances you can receive rebates for.
Ready to start? Apply for your rebates through SVCE's application process. You can also view some Frequently Asked Questions (PDF) about the program for more information.
| Milpitas Exclusive Add-On Rebates | Total Maximum Rebate* | ||
| Heat Pump Water Heater (HPWH) | Replace your gas or electric resistance heaters with a more energy efficient heat pump water heater. | $850 | $2,850 |
| Heat Pump Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HP HVAC) | Replace your gas or electric resistance heaters with more energy efficient heat pump HVAC units. | $2,000 | $4,500 |
| Electrical Panel Upgrade** | Update your electrical panel to accommodate increased electrical capacity for electrical appliances. ** Electrical panel upgrade is an add-on rebate; an application for HPWH or HP HVAC is required to be eligible for electric panel upgrade | $250 | $1,250 |
| Induction Cooktop/Range | Update your gas or electric cooktops/ranges to a more energy efficient option with induction cooking. | $500 | $1,000 |
*Additional rebates up to $250-$1,000 for income qualified residents. For more information, visit SVCE's Home Rebate Center.
Funding for these Milpitas exclusive rebates is made possible by the U.S. Department of Energy State and Community Programs and the Office of Congressman Ro Khanna.
Additional financial incentives and rebates are also available to help you complete your electrification projects. Explore your options and find more information at the City's Incentive Corner page.
Not sure where to start? Join us for Electrification Tuesdays or email us
Stop by City Hall’s Permit Center on Tuesdays between 1PM and 4PM to get your electrification questions answered by City staff. You can also email City staff at GoElectric@milpitas.gov with any questions you have.
Need additional time or assistance to pay your energy bill?
SVCE has several financial assistance programs available for income-qualified customers and customers experiencing times of hardships. Visit the Silicon Valley Clean Energy Assistance Programs page for more information.