Chill Out: Tips to Heat Up Your Savings This Winter in Sacramento!

As winter tightens its icy grip on Sacramento, residents are finding their heating bills rising alongside the temperatures outside. With gray skies overhead, it’s clear that staying warm is going to take a bit more budgeting than usual. Luckily, local utilities PG&E and SMUD have stepped up, offering a host of tips and programs designed to help you keep your heating costs in check.

For those worried about how to manage this chill, PG&E’s Paul Moreno shared several valuable options. Income-eligible customers can take advantage of savings through the California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE) Program, which offers discounts of 20% or more on gas and around 38% on electricity. Extra help comes with the Relief for Energy Assistance Through Community Help (REACH) program, possibly providing up to a $300 credit on past due balances.

Meanwhile, SMUD invites customers to consider an energy audit, check for inefficient appliances, and explore various assistance programs on their website. They also have a nifty tool called Savings Finder that helps identify eligible programs and energy-saving tips. So while winter may make you want to hibernate, keep your energy budget warm and cozy with these helpful resources!