Before going solar, the first step is to make your home and work environment energy efficient. Sponsored by the Community Energy Partnership, Santa Monica residents can start off on the right, energy efficient foot. All renters, homeowners, and business and property owners qualify for an Energy Tune-Up at NO COST. This service is worth up to $250.00 in direct utility services, and includes materials and labor. In three easy steps, your Energy Tune-Up will start saving you money today. To sign up, email partnership@energycoalition.org or call (800) 968-5203.

Here is a website worth bookmarking - The California Energy Commission's Appliance Efficiency Database. Next time you, your friend, or your neighbor is in the market for a new appliance you will know just the place to find a top-of-the-line, energy saving product. All listed items meet federal and California efficiency standards.

Solar Santa Monica's new Contractors Network is a combination of two lists: 1) Preferred Solar Contractors and 2) Energy Efficiency Services. Residents can still depend on Solar Santa Monica's service of vetting solar contractors who work in Santa Monica. Now we will also recommend general and specialty contractors. We realize energy efficiency and solar upgrades often take more than one contractor to get the job done. Both lists make sure all jobs are done by licensed, qualified contractors who know how to work responsibly in Santa Monica. New members are constantly joining the Contractors Network.
 
The next time you're looking for a contractor, check out Solar Santa Monica for helpful recommendations. Also, if you're a contractor, please fill out the proper forms and join the Contractors Network. It's a win-win partnership for residents, businesses, and local contractors.