The Electrification Guide is intended to help you navigate the road to electrifying your home. In this guide you will:

• Learn about electrification and the health, climate, and safety benefits
• Identify electrification options in your home
• Review things to consider when switching from natural gas or propane to electric appliances

Electrification Guide

The Silicon Valley Power Residential Electrification Estimator is a tool designed to assist homeowners in understanding how your energy use, utility bill and greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) will change. It will also provide an estimated payback period when electrifying appliances in your home.

Electrification Estimator

Electrification Estimator Tutorial

A natural gas cooktop or range is an excellent candidate for an upgrade to an induction cooktop or range with an electric oven.

While electric resistance cooktops (also known as radiant cooktops) are an electric option, an induction cooktop is a safer and more efficient option. It also has better cooking performance with more precise temperature control.

Silicon Valley Power sponsors cooking classes through Santa Clara Adult Education where you can get hands on experience to try out an induction cooktop.

• Santa Clara Adult Education Cooking Classes
• Induction Cooktop Flyer

Many homes were designed to operate on natural gas as well as electricity. As you transition more of your appliances to electricity, you need to ensure your electric panel has capacity to handle the additional load. Consider options such as a 110 volt heat pump water heater that typically does not require upgrading your panel. If installing an EV charger, consider a smart splitter, also known as a Dryer Y Splitter, if you have a 240 volt clothes dryer outlet in your garage and can alternate between using the clothes dryer and charging your EV. If an upgrade is required, consider a Smart Electric Panel. Rebates are available.

Electrification projects and electric panel upgrades will require a permit. Contact the City of Santa Clara Permit Center for more information. 

Are you looking for a way to finance your energy efficiency upgrades? Administered by the State of California, GoGreen Financing puts energy efficiency upgrades within reach, with attractive rates and terms and no property liens. Upgrade your home with an efficient heat pump HVAC, insulation, new windows, cool roof and more. Learn more at gogreenfinancing.com.