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San Mateo County solar & battery incentives

If your San Mateo County rates spike during PG&E peak roughly 4–9pm, a battery can shift solar or off-peak energy into expensive hours while keeping backup power. Under PG&E delivery with Peninsula Clean Energy generation (when enrolled), start with verified local programs — not generic statewide claims.

Utility: PG&E / Peninsula Clean EnergyCommunity choice: Peninsula Clean EnergyExample ZIP: 94401

Verified programs that may apply

Amounts appear only when we have verified them. Confirm on the official page before you buy.

SGIP RSSE (PG&E)

PG&E

waitlisted
Listed amount
$1,100 per kWh of storage (income-qualified)
Last verified
2026-10-07

For lower-income households only. Currently fully reserved; new applications go on the RSSE waitlist.

Federal Residential Clean Energy Credit (25D) — ended

Federal

closed
Listed amount
$0 — ended for systems placed in service after Dec 31, 2025
Last verified
2026-10-07

Per the IRS, the 30% Residential Clean Energy Credit (25D) is not available for property placed in service after December 31, 2025, so homeowner-owned systems installed in 2026 do not qualify. Leased/PPA systems are owned by a business that follows separate tax rules; ask the provider how that affects your price.

Local context in San Mateo County

Peninsula Clean Energy covers most of San Mateo County on PG&E delivery. Tips for this area: Confirm PCE vs PG&E generation labels on the bill. Local CCA focus has historically leaned EV — battery offerings still need official verification. PG&E SGIP RSSE may apply for income-qualified households.

Next steps before you buy equipment

  1. 1Match your bill’s utility/CCA labels to the programs listed here.
  2. 2Prefer programs still marked open or waitlisted here — if a program is closed, confirm any replacement offer on the official site.
  3. 3Continue on the shared energy path with your ZIP for a personalized report and optional installer connect.

Common questions

What solar or battery incentives apply in San Mateo County?

It depends on your utility and any CCA enrollment. Peninsula Clean Energy covers most of San Mateo County on PG&E delivery. Review the incentive stack on this page, then confirm each program on its official site before you buy.

How do I know if I am on PG&E?

Check the utility name on your electric bill. You may also see Peninsula Clean Energy listed as your generation provider. Border ZIPs should use the directory ZIP finder.

Are listed rebate amounts guaranteed?

No. Funding, income rules, and reservation windows change. EnergyScout lists program names, status, and amounts only when we have verified them, and always links to the official page. Final eligibility is decided by the program administrator.

Should I start from my ZIP or this county page?

If you are unsure which county page fits your address, use Find your county by ZIP on the incentives directory. This San Mateo County guide covers the local programs; you can continue with your ZIP (sample area ZIP 94401) for a personalized check.

Trust & methodology

Last reviewed: 2026-09-22

EnergyScout tracks California solar and battery incentive programs from official sources. County pages list programs we have attached for that area, show status, amount, and last-verified date when available, and link to the administrator site. Always re-check the official page before you buy or sign.

EnergyScout helps California homeowners understand solar and battery incentives, see what may apply at their address, and optionally request installer quotes. We are not the utility, community choice provider, or rebate administrator.

Not sure this is your county? Use Find your county by ZIP on the incentives directory.

Check incentives for your San Mateo County address

Continue with sample ZIP 94401 for a personalized check. You can change the ZIP on the next screen. Sharing your contact for installer quotes is optional.

Prefer the path directly? Continue with ZIP 94401