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How to Improve the Quality of Lighting Installations in Multifamily Common Areas 

June 14, 2022June 17, 2022

It’s widely accepted that LED lighting is one of the “low hanging fruit” of energy efficiency. Upgrading conventional lighting, such as incandescent, halogen and florescent, in buildings to LED is a simple and effective way to substantially reduce electricity consumption and have impactful non-energy related advantages. Read More.

What is HERS compliance and how to ensure your multifamily HVAC system meets code requirements? 

June 14, 2022June 22, 2022

PG&E’s Energy Savings Assistance Common Area Measures (ESA CAM) program incentivizes up to 100% of upgrade costs for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment installed at eligible low-income multifamily properties. Read More.

Construction Completion to Payment

November 17, 2020November 17, 2020

After your project completes construction, verification is the final step before you can receive your incentive payment. Here are three tips to make sure the verification process goes smoothly. Read More.

How to Participate in ESA CAM and ESA In-Unit

February 4, 2020February 7, 2020

ESA CAM provides funding for common area and central system upgrades, while ESA In-Unit focuses on upgrades within residential units. Both programs can work together to help property owners understand their no-cost energy efficiency upgrade opportunities. Read More.

Taking Action on Energy Upgrades

November 19, 2019November 19, 2019

When it comes to energy efficiency, lighting may be the first upgrade opportunity that comes to mind. However, ESA CAM’s eligible measures list goes deeper than lighting upgrades. Find out how one San Francisco property is leveraging ESA CAM funds to make major property upgrades. Read More.

Three Steps to Incentive Reservation

June 17, 2019June 18, 2019

You’ve filled out an ESA CAM interest form. What can you expect next? There are typically three steps to complete before incentive reservation. Your project’s case manager will guide you through the process. Read More.

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