December 2020 Program Updates
As we enter the final month of the year, please remember to complete, and submit all Program close-out documentation (e.g., final invoices, permit forms, etc.). This will help maintain momentum as we begin the 2021 calendar year. Please sign and submit all reservation letters to ensure projects can be closed out promptly. There are also many projects with assessment reports and/or reservation letters currently outstanding. To incentivize these projects to commit to a scope of work for 2021 installation, we are offering a $1,000 bonus for any reservation letter signed and returned to us by 12/31/2020 (subject to budget availability).

Thank you to all the Participating Contractors who participated in the Contractor Kick-Off poll. After reviewing the poll results, the most accommodating option for the Contractor Kick-Off will be the morning option. Stay tuned for more updates and a formal invitation!
Remaining 2020 Incentive Budget
As of 12/8/20, approximately 3% of the SoCalREN Multifamily Program Incentive Budget is remaining for 2020. Please work closely with your Account Manager to ensure that we can commit your project with the current budget. 
Reminder: 2020 Submittal, Construction, and Close-Out Deadlines
As a reminder, and to ensure ample time to process your projects and incentive payments during 2020, the SoCalREN Multifamily Program has set several submittal and construction deadlines for the remainder of this year. Please review the dates below and work with your Account Manager as needed to meet the deadlines.

  • DATE EXTENDED: Last day to submit project close-out documentation has been extended to 12/22/20. Please work closely with your Account Manager as you complete remaining 2020 projects to ensure that we can coordinate schedule for post-inspections.

We will be prioritizing final inspection and check processing on a first in, first out basis so if any of these dates are missed, project review will slip into 2021.
Announcements
As we continue to navigate the end of 2020 and the new year with COVID-19, please visit the SoCalREN COVID-19 Impacts and Updates page for the latest information on field activities, links to State and local government resources, and other information related to the pandemic. 
Financing opportunities for participating customers are in development. Make energy-saving upgrades and enjoy below-market financing! Watch your inbox for more details on the Multifamily Financing Program. We will provide training, marketing materials, and additional support to help Participating Contractors offer financing to customers. 
Technical Tip
As you continue wrapping up construction on your projects, please make sure you have submitted all the required documents needed for close-out. Please do not email any project documents to your Account Manager, all close-out documents should be uploaded to the Trade Ally Portal. Below are the following documents that will be needed:

Installation Report File: Please make sure to fill out all the tabs in the Excel file and provide all requested information.

Building Permit Form: As a reminder, all installed measures related to the SoCalREN Multifamily Program must be included in this form, even if a permit was not pulled. If a permit was not pulled for a measure, please type “no” for the permit pulled question. If you know that permits will not be pulled for a project, you may upload this at any time.

Itemized Invoice: Information on the system name, equipment model, quantity, and cost must be included for all equipment related to the Multifamily Program. Please do not include equipment that does not relate to the Program.

Incentive Assignment Form: If the property is signing over the incentive to you, the contractor, please have the property representative fill out this form. If you know who will be receiving the incentive, you may upload this form at any time.

W-9: A W-9 form for the incentive recipient is needed. If the property is receiving the incentive, please submit the W-9 for the property. If you know who will be receiving the incentive, you may upload this form at any time.

Please reach out to your Account Manager for the most up to date Installation Report file, Incentive Assignment Form, Building Permit Form, Invoice Template documents and for any questions regarding close-out.  
SoCalREN Energy Efficiency Learning Center 
As we prepare for 2021, Participating Contractors can take advantage of the SoCalREN Energy Efficiency Learning Center (EELC). The EELC is available for you and your staff to take e-learning courses at your own pace from the comfort and safety of your home or office. The SoCalREN EELC is available to you at no cost as a Participating Contractor. The EELC offers a growing catalog of courses in a variety of categories including:
  • HVAC
  • Sales and Marketing
  • Commercial Energy Efficiency
  • Continuing Education Units
  • Building Performance Institute (BPI)
  • Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET)
  • North American Technician Excellence (NATE)
All these accredited courses are currently housed in the EELC. Currently, there are more than 80 active courses available. To access these courses, please email the SoCalREN team, and we will create a login for you and any staff members interested in taking advantage of this SoCalREN Program benefit. 
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