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California Weatherization Assistance Program

undefined California Weatherization Assistance Program?


The Department of Energy, Weatherization Assistance Program (DOE WAP) has long served as the core program for delivering energy conservation services to low-income Californians. The Weatherization Assistance Program reduces the heating and cooling costs for low-income families by improving the energy efficiency of their homes and ensuring their health and safety. Among low-income households, the program focuses on those with elderly residents, individuals with disabilities, and families with children.

The Department of Energy, Weatherization Assistance Program (DOE WAP) has long served as the core program for delivering energy conservation services to low-income Californians. The Weatherization Assistance Program reduces the heating and cooling costs for low-income families by improving the energy efficiency of their homes and ensuring their health and safety. Among low-income households, the program focuses on those with elderly residents, individuals with disabilities, and families with children.

undefined California Weatherization Assistance Program?


To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of California. Preference may be given to:

  • People over 60 years of age
  • Families with one or more members with a disability
  • Families with children (in most states)

In order to qualify, you must also have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below 60 percent of the State Median Income:

Annual Household Income Limits (before taxes)
Household Size*Maximum Income Level (Per Year)
1$38,041
2$49,746
3$61,451
4$73,156
5$84,861
6$96,566
7$98,761
8$100,955

*For households with more than eight people, add $2,194 per additional person.

Under DOE guidelines, you are automatically eligible to receive weatherization assistance if you receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF).

undefined California Weatherization Assistance Program?


Contact a local provider to determine your eligibility. Find your local provider on the California Department of Community Services & Development site.

or call 1-866-675-6623.


For more information, visit the Residential Energy Efficiency page. 

1-866-675-6623