What you can get
No-cost energy upgrades for qualifying small-business and nonprofit sites.
Who it's for
Eligible small businesses and nonprofits with Edison or SoCalGas service
What you need to know
- Edison or SoCalGas must serve the business.
- The site must meet the program's community and access rules.
- Equipment and business-size rules apply.
- The provider must approve the work.
More details and sources
Full program information
Official program name: Small Hard-to-Reach Commercial Direct Install Program
Benefits and limits
No cost upgrades
Full requirements
Small and medium businesses and not-for-profits in hard-to-reach and underserved communities located within Southern California Edison (SCE) and/or Southern California Gas (SoCalGas) service territories, including businesses on tribal lands and businesses owned by members of tribal nations. For details click here.
Amounts and options
Listed benefit
No cost upgrades
Small and medium businesses and not-for-profits in hard-to-reach and underserved communities located within Southern California Edison (SCE) and/or Southern California Gas (SoCalGas) service territories, including businesses on tribal lands and businesses owned by members of tribal nations. For details click here.
Found for the DHS area; check your address and requirements.
For: Businesses and organizations
Areas found for this option
Banning, Big Bear Lake, Chino, Colton, Corona, Desert Edge, Desert Hot Springs, Hemet, Indio, Needles, Palm Desert, Palm Springs, Rancho Cucamonga, Rancho Mirage, Riverside, San Bernardino, Temecula, Victorville
Availability and area
Provider availability not verified
Listed in the finder; current funding, enrollment and applicant eligibility require provider confirmation.
This program was found while researching help in the Desert Hot Springs area. The program must confirm the address and applicant qualify.
Utility information
Southern California Edison; SoCalGas
A utility mentioned here is not proof that your account qualifies. Check with the program.
Business types listed in the source
General business, Food service, Hotels & lodging, Public agencies, Retail, Tribal organizations
Areas listed in the source
Banning, Big Bear Lake, Chino, Colton, Corona, Desert Edge, Desert Hot Springs, Hemet, Indio, Needles, Palm Desert, Palm Springs, Rancho Cucamonga, Rancho Mirage, Riverside, San Bernardino, Temecula, Victorville
Where this information comes from
Information collected Oct 30, 2026.
DHSed is an independent guide. The program makes the final decision about help, amounts and rules.