Frequently Asked Questions About San Diego Community Power

1. When will I be opted in to San Diego Community Power?

Current SDG&E customers living in the unincorporated area are scheduled to be automatically enrolled per California state law as customers of San Diego Community Power (SDCP) on April 1, 2023. 

2. How can I opt out of San Diego Community Power?

Customers who want to continue purchasing their electricity from SDG&E must opt out of the automatic transfer. To opt out, individuals need to visit the SDCP website and complete the Account Information form which can be accessed using the following link: https://sdcommunitypower.org/your-choice/opt-out/

3. Is there is a difference in price between SDCP and SDG&E?

San Diego Community Power’s basic electricity generation service is currently 3% cheaper than SDG&E’s bundled service. You can use San Diego Community Power’s bill calculator to determine what that means for you at: https://sdcommunitypower.org/your-choice/compare-service-plans/.

Rates and fees paid to SDG&E are regulated and approved by multiple public agencies, most prominently by the California Public Utilities Commission. Current SDG&E rate information can be found at: https://www.sdge.com/total-electric-rates

San Diego Community Power conducts its rate settings during public Board meetings. The most recent SDCP electricity rates (effective February 1, 2023) for unincorporated area customers can be found at:
https://sdcommunitypower.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/SDCP-Board-Approved-Rates_Effective-02.01.2023_RES-V2022.pdf

SDCP partnered with SDG&E to provide this residential rate comparison. More information can be accessed at: https://sdcommunitypower.org/billing-rates/residential-rates/

4. What will happen if I have a “grandfathered” Direct Access energy provider and I decide to join San Diego Community Power?

Commercial Direct Access accounts — SDCP will not enroll commercial direct access accounts during the April 2023 enrollment period.

Residential Direct Access accounts — customers will have to opt out prior to enrollment to retain their direct access status. If you are a residential direct access customer, you may receive a call from SDCP staff explaining this situation.

5. What are some reasons people may want to switch to SDCP?

Each customer should evaluate their own electricity use and the rate structures offered by SDG&E and SDCP to determine if it is in their best interest to remain as an SDG&E customer or to allow themselves to be automatically opted in to SDCP. 

San Diego Community Power is a not-for-profit local agency that aims to provide its customers with competitively priced, 100 percent renewable electricity for all its customers by 2035. It sets its rates annually, to increase predictability for customers’ bottom line.

The organization also has a commitment to reinvest in the communities it serves through program offerings that increase energy literacy among customers, create workforce development opportunities that support careers in the clean energy industry, and increase access to clean energy technologies.

6. Does anyone from the unincorporated area sit on the SDCP Board of Directors?

No. At the moment, the Board of Directors for SDCP is made up of elected officials who represent predominantly incorporated communities. You can view the current board on the SDCP website.

7. What is the website/contact information for San Diego Community Power and for SDG&E?

The home page for SDCP can be accessed at: https://sdcommunitypower.org/.
SDCP staff can be reached at: (888) 382-0169 or customerservice@sdcommunitypower.org
The home page for SDG&E can be accessed at: https://www.sdge.com/
SDG&E staff can be reached at: (800) 411-7343 (residential); (800) 336-7343 (business)