Resources

Click on the topic you are interested in for yourself, family, or community to find resources that can help you.

  • The CARE or FERA program can reduce your energy and/or natural gas bill.

    LIHEAP, can offer up to $3,000 to pay for heating/cooling, weatherize your home, or compensate for a utility disconnection emergency.

    Upgrade appliances with SCE’s Energy Savings Assistance Program

    LADWP assistance programs.

    Calling 211 on your phone can connect you to housing & food resources.

  • Manage a personal budget and learn about different budget strategies.

    Manage a family budget if you have dependents.

    Integrate family financial security into promise neighborhoods.

    Sign up for LA City's Emergency Alert System.

    Find data on climate and weather events near you (with instructions).

    Take notes on nearby resources for cooling/heating spots, city programs, funding opportunities and reports.

    Make a plan for disaster preparedness.

  • How does community solar work?

    Solar frequently asked questions.

    Webinar and case study library.

    Successful community solar projects in the country.

    Calculate (with instructions) how much solar you might be able to build.

    Calculate (with instructions) how much solar might save you.

    Review incentives you might be qualified for.

    Understand community solar from a developer’s point of view.

  • Energy education for the family.

    How does VSF plan to guide funds into community development with the Building A Better Community Pathway 2045 E-Smart/E- Stewardship Initiative?

    What is a just transition and does it relate to energy? Dive deeper into energy democracy.

    Interactive tool to measure well-being among California’s Latino residents.

    This clean energy guide can help residents, homeowners, and electric vehicle owners in California.

    Current sustainability initiatives in LA county.