Article 1: 3 REASONS ELECTRIC VEHICLES ARE THE PERFECT CHOICE FOR YOU
You might not realize it, but there are lots of reasons an electric vehicle (EV) could be the perfect fit for you. Whether you’re looking for the ideal road trip companion or just looking for something you can rely on day-to-day, there’s an EV that has just what you’re looking for. Here are three reasons to LOVELECTRIC and embrace the EV lifestyle.
1.) EVs go wherever you want to go.
EVs are more than capable of taking you on your daily drives. Many EVs have ranges of more than 200 miles per charge. Plus, our service territory has over 3,000 public chargers. You can find these at Park & Ride locations, and there will soon be more available at schools, parks and beaches.
2.) They’re low maintenance.
EVs have significantly lower maintenance costs because they don’t need oil changes, coolant, transmission fluid, belts or other costly engine parts. Estimates show EV drivers can save up to 30% on annual maintenance costs. Check out more savings at sdge.com/ev-compare.
3.) There are many low-cost options now.
With federal, state and local incentives, the cost to purchase or lease EVs can be much lower. Make sure to check out what’s available at sdge.com/ev-incentives, including the new statewide Clean Fuel Reward that offers up to $1,500 when you purchase or lease a new EV.
Falling in love has never been easier. For more resources and information about why it’s time to love electric vehicles, visit sdge.com/lovelectric.
Article 2: NEED HELP WITH YOUR SDG&E BILL?
You may qualify for a bill discount or home improvements. SDG&E’s assistance programs help lower your monthly energy bill while keeping your home comfortable.
California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE) Program: Save 30% or more every month on your bill. Find out if you qualify at sdge.com/CARE.
Family Electric Rate Assistance (FERA) Program: If you don’t qualify for CARE and your household has 3 or more people, you may qualify for FERA. You could receive an 18% discount on your electric bill. Visit sdge.com/FERA for more information.
Energy Savings Assistance (ESA) Program: You may qualify to receive no-cost, energy-saving improvements for your home, such as new appliances, furnace repair, lighting, insulation and more. Find details at sdge.com/ESAP. Online applications are easy, fast and convenient. To learn more about SDG&E’s assistance programs, visit sdge.com/assistance.
Article 2 Translated: ¿NECESITA AYUDA CON SU RECIBO DE ENERGÍA?
Usted puede calificar para un descuento en su factura o mejoras en el hogar. Los programas de asistencia de SDG&E ayudan a reducir su factura mensual de energía mientras mantiene su hogar cómodo.
Programa de Tarifas Alternativas de Energía de California (CARE, por sus siglas en inglés): Ahorre un 30% o más cada mes en su factura. Averigüe si califica en sdge.com/CARE.
Programa de Asistencia de Tarifa Eléctrica Familiar (FERA, por sus siglas en inglés): Si no califica para el CARE y su hogar tiene 3 o más personas, puede calificar para FERA. Podría recibir un 18% de descuento en su factura de electricidad. Visite sdge.com/FERA para obtener más información.
Programa de Asistencia para el Ahorro de Energía (ESA, por sus siglas en inglés): Puede calificar para recibir mejoras gratuitas para el ahorro de energía en su hogar, tales como electrodomésticos nuevos, reparación de hornos, iluminación, aislamiento y más. Encuentre los detalles en sdge.com/ESAP. Las aplicaciones en línea son fáciles, rápidas y convenientes. Para obtener más información, visite sdge.com/asistencia.
Article 3: PLANT TREES IN SAFE SPOTS TO HELP PREVENT POWER OUTAGES AND FIRES
With trees, beauty is more than branch deep. Trees help clean the air, prevent erosion and conserve watersheds. They can add shade, greenery, fresh fruit or flowers – even value to your property. However, when branches or roots touch overhead or underground electric equipment, it can cause problems with safety and reliability.
Pair the right tree in the right place. Knowing how trees grow and where to plant them can help prevent electric shock hazards, power outages, and fires.
You’ll find five types of trees that are popular locally and compatible with overhead power lines in SDG&E’s Tree Care for Power Safety brochure at sdge.com/TreeSafety. Browse SDG&E’s tree planting selection guide to learn more about trees you’re considering.
Know what’s below. Before you break ground, contact DigAlert at 811 or DigAlert.org at least two working days in advance. DigAlert’s free service will locate and mark underground utility-owned gas lines so you can avoid dangerous and costly damage.
Never prune trees near electric equipment. It can cause severe shock or death if you touch an electric line or any object that’s in contact with an electric line. State law requires any tree pruning within 10 feet of power lines must be done by a line clearance-qualified arborist.
Report concerns. Call SDG&E at 1-800-411-7343 to request an inspection if you’re concerned about vegetation growing close to a power line or transformer. If a tree poses a hazard, SDG&E will prune it on a priority basis. For regularly scheduled vegetation management work in your area, visit sdge.com/TreeSafety.