The application process for the Self-Generation Incentive Program depends on several factors including system size, installed technology and incentive category.
To receive an SGIP incentive, applicants follow either a two-step or three-step application process. The project developer or contractor will typically manage the application process and serve as the applicant.
To get started with initiating a project, a contractor/installer should be contacted to help navigate the application process, confirm eligible technology, and work with program administrators to apply for the appropriate budget category. The state maintains a list of developers approved to work on SGIP here: https://www.selfgenca.com/documents/developer/approved (The list is in a spreadsheet that will automatically go to the downloads folder on your computer.) Applications are submitted to selfgenca.com.
Two-Step Application Process
All residential projects and small (≤ 10 kW) nonresidential projects
Three-Step Application Process
Large (> 10kW) nonresidential projects for public and nonpublic entities
Application Overview
STEP 1
Reservation Request
Two-Step Application Process
- Submit Reservation Request Form (RRF) and accompanying documentation
- Confirmed Reservation Letter Issued
- Advanced Payment Program 50% upfront incentive payment (if applicable)
Three-Step Application Process
- Submit Reservation Request Form (RRF) and accompanying documentation
- Conditional Reservation Letter Issued
STEP 2
Proof of Project Milestone
Three-Step Application Process
- Submit Proof of Project Milestone (PPM) documentation
- Confirmed Reservation Letter Issued
STEP 3
Incentive Claim
Two-Step Application Process
- Submit Incentive Claim Form (ICF) and accompanying documentation
- Field Inspection (if applicable)
- Incentive payment process begins or, if applicable, the Advanced Payment Program 50% final incentive payment
- Performance Based Incentive (PBI) payment process begins (if applicable)
Three-Step Application Process
- Submit Incentive Claim Form (ICF) and accompanying documentation
- Field Inspection (if applicable)
- Performance Based Incentive (PBI) payment process begins
Questions
For more information about the project or the application process, contact the project team at sgip@energycenter.org.
