Go Solar Through The Utility
✓ Lock in a Lower Rate
✓ No Money Down
✓ No Credit Check
✓ Battery Included
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What is GridGen?

For decades, going solar meant hiring a private installer. For the first time, you can go solar directly through the utility instead. GridGen (from Pioneer Community Energy) simplifies the entire process. It covers 100% of the solar and battery equipment, installation, and maintenance. You simply receive a reduced PG&E bill.

 

Who is Solar Savings Direct/Solar Savings Enrollment? GridGen systems must be installed through a certified installer partner. Solar Savings Direct is a highly rated certified GridGen installer.

Solar Savings Enrollment is the GridGen enrollment center for Solar Savings Direct, where homeowners can learn about the program, review their eligibility, and start the enrollment process.

Once a system is installed, the program itself is managed by Pioneer Community Energy through GridGen. Solar Savings Direct simply serves as the certified installer responsible for installation and any maintenance if needed.

 

How does GridGen save you money? The GridGen system replaces higher-priced PG&E power with lower-priced GridGen power. You remain connected to PG&E, but the power your system generates is billed at a lower fixed rate for 25 years. That means immediate savings and long-term rate stability.

The lower priced GridGen power appears as a line item on your existing PG&E bill.

PG&E rates have risen by an average of 8.7% annually over the last decade.

GridGen rates increase just 1.9% per year and are locked in for 25 years.

That difference compounds over time and results in significant avoided PG&E costs. If PG&E rates continue increasing at the same pace, GridGen power would cost about 72% less than staying with PG&E over the 25-year period.

Lower rate.  Locked In.  Simple.

 

Why this is different from traditional solar?  Traditional solar usually means private financing, separate / confusing contracts, and a second bill from a solar provider.

GridGen simplifies all of that. Solar systems are installed by GridGen-certified installers, but pricing, rules, and billing are handled through the utility and tied directly to your existing PG&E account, showing as a line item on your existing PG&E bill.  

One program. One bill. Fewer moving parts.

 

Perks...

• No credit check

• No upfront costs

• No solar loan

• No lien on the home

• Program oversight by the CPUC

 

What’s included?

• Reduced Electricity Bill

• Battery backup for power outages

• Predictable long-term pricing

 

Qualifications?

• Homeowner/Renter in Placer, El Dorado or Nevada County

• Roof Meets Solar Access Minimum

• On Time PG&E  Payments for previous 24 months

 

Enrollment period is currently OPEN

Process...

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Roof Solar Access Check

Complete the roof solar access check form & a certified GridGen agent will check your roof remotely via satellite imagery/LIDAR to verify eligibility. (no home visit necessary)  Eligibility results are provided via email. 

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Enrollment

We apply for enrollment/funding position for you with GridGen. If approved we move the project forward for installation. 

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GridGen Certified Installation

GridGen Certified Installer handles the design, permits, all coordination with PG&E/Pioneer, and installation. They are also responsible for maintenance on system for 25 years. 

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GridGen Program Begins

You see a line item on your existing PG&E bill with a lower price for power & avoid power outages for 25 years. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers about the PG&E Bill Reduction Program (GridGen) in Placer, Nevada, and El Dorado Counties.

1) What is the PG&E Bill Reduction Program (GridGen)? +

GridGen is a PG&E-integrated solar and battery program offered through Pioneer Community Energy. It is designed to help eligible residents reduce long-term PG&E costs while gaining backup power and more predictable energy pricing.

2) What makes GridGen different from traditional solar? +

Historically, solar has been offered through private solar companies with separate contracts, financing, and billing. GridGen is different: it is a utility-facilitated program backed by the CPUC and delivered through Pioneer Community Energy. Everything stays tied to your PG&E account, appears on one bill, and is administered by a public energy provider—reducing complexity and simplifying the process.

3) Who is eligible to participate? +

Homeowners and renters in Placer, Nevada, and El Dorado Counties may be eligible if they are PG&E customers in good standing and have qualifying roof solar access. Final eligibility depends on the property and system design.

4) Is there a credit check? +

No traditional FICO-based credit check is required. The program focuses on PG&E account standing and property qualification rather than credit scores.

5) How does billing work? +

GridGen charges appear as a clear line item on your regular PG&E bill. The program starts at a lower energy rate than current PG&E pricing and follows a long-term structure with an approximate 1.9% annual increase over a 25-year term.

For comparison, PG&E electricity rates have historically increased at an average of ~8.7% per year, which means GridGen is designed to deliver immediate savings with increasing cost separation over time through long-term price predictability.

6) What if I already have solar? +

Many participants use GridGen to add onto an existing solar system, often with the goal of reducing or eliminating their annual PG&E true-up bill.

In some cases, battery-only additions may also be available for homes that already have solar. All add-on options are reviewed and confirmed during the eligibility and design evaluation.

7) What can the battery power during an outage? +

The battery is typically designed to support essential circuits such as lighting, refrigeration, Wi-Fi, key outlets, and certain medical equipment. The final backup configuration is selected during system design.

8) How long does the process take? +

Most projects move from eligibility review to activation in approximately 6–8 weeks under current timelines. Permitting, utility approvals, and city processing can occasionally extend this timeframe.

9) What happens if I sell my home? +

Most participants either transfer the agreement to the new owner or purchase the system at fair market value. Available options are reviewed prior to enrollment.

10) ¿Hay información disponible en español? +

Sí. Podemos atenderle completamente en español y proporcionar documentos, recordatorios y comunicaciones bilingües. Seleccione “Español” en el formulario para recibir asistencia en español.

About Solar Savings Enrollment

Solar Savings Enrollment is an authorized GridGen administration team operating under Solar Savings Direct.

Our team consists of experienced solar professionals who are GridGen Certified and approved to facilitate enrollment into this new utility-backed solar program.

GridGen is the first program of its kind, allowing eligible homeowners to go solar directly through the utility — with no loan, no upfront cost, no credit check, and no third-party billing. So we are excited to facilitate this offering.

Enrollment is not available through direct public sign-up. Homeowners must enroll through authorized affiliate teams like ours. We work in hand in hand with Pioneer Community Energy and are fully approved to support and manage the enrollment process.

Whether you have general questions, need clarification, or would like to speak with a GridGen-certified agent, our team is available to assist.

For inquiries, contact:
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