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How can I participate in TECH Clean California's heat pump water heater (HPWH) rebate program?

To make the switch to heat pump water heaters as grid-friendly as possible, the TECH rebate program has some requirements.

Summary

  • Join OhmConnect
  • Enroll in your utility's Water Heater Rewards Program
  • Tick the "Time of Use" box on your Terms and Conditions agreement
  • Finalize with your contractor

Join the free, money-saving OhmConnect program

You are required to join the OhmConnect program to be eligible for TECH. 

  1. Click here to sign up for OhmConnect 
  2. Then connect your online utility account to OhmConnect.
    1. If you don't have an online account, you can create one quickly using your utility account number (found on your bill) and the phone number associated with your account.
  3. Take a screenshot of your OhmConnect enrollment confirmation and add it to your QuitCarbon Home Profile. Examples of acceptable proof of enrollment include:

How it works: OhmConnect sends you text or email alerts about grid events. You can earn rewards for reducing electricity use during peak hours. Participation doesn’t impact your home unless you choose to connect appliances for additional points, prizes, and cash rewards. Be aware that your heat pump water heater should not be included as an appliance controlled by the program. 

Connect your water heater to your utility's Water Heater Rewards program

  • Once your new heat pump water heater (HPWH) is installed, and with your contractor’s help, enroll in:
    • WatterSaver (Northern California) or
    • SmartShift Rewards (Southern California)

How it works: These programs optimize your water heater to run during times when clean energy is most available. As a bonus, you’ll earn $50 for enrolling and $5/month for full participation. You can override schedules if needed.

Learn more about WatterSaver and SmartShift Rewards.

Check the "Time-Of-Use" box on the Terms and Conditions Agreement 

  • You'll find it on the bottom of page 5. If you are not already on a time-of-use rate plan, TECH requires you to enroll (if you have solar or an EV, you most likely are already). When you're ready to enroll, log on to your utility account to learn which plan may be right for you.

What Your Contractor Will Do

Your contractor will document your participation in these programs as part of the rebate application process. Here’s how they’ll help:

  1. Provide a Terms and Conditions form for you to complete, which is needed to reserve your rebate. See this article for easy instructions to fill out the form.
  2. Assist with program enrollments and ensure all requirements are met.