Thanks to the state’s Cap-and-Trade Program, Californians can expect an average of $137 in credits on their April gas and electric bills.
The climate credit provides ratepayers with their share of the benefits from the state program, which focuses on reducing the state’s overall greenhouse gas emissions.
“Every year, our Cap-and-Trade program provides essential funding to California’s efforts to clean the air while also giving residents money back on their utility bills. Millions of California families will benefit from this relief,” Gov. Gavin Newsom said in a statement.
The credits range from $35 to $259 for electricity, with most set to receive $56 to $81, according to the governor’s office. The credit for natural gas bills will range from $56 to $81.
The credits are available to residential customers of PG&E, San Diego Gas & Electric, Southern California Gas Company and Southwest Gas. Californians do not need to do anything to get the credit.
Residents can check to see how much their credit will be here.
Since 2014, California households have received an average of $1,120 in combined automatic April and October climate credits on their utility bills.