State Discount Programs

The state programs detailed below provide automatic monthly savings on your energy bill. The Ava Bright Choice service offers an additional 0.5% discount on electricity bills. Customers enrolled in these programs remain on them and receive the same program benefits whether they are on Ava service or not – they are statewide programs.

CARE is a state-funded program that provides a 35% discount on your electricity bill and a 20% discount on your natural gas bill. Eligibility is based on your income or your enrollment in a qualifying public assistance program.  For more information, visit pge.com/care or call (866) 743-2273.

FERA is a state-funded program that provides an 18% discount on your electricity bill. Your eligibility is based on your household income. For more information, visit pge.com/fera or call (866) 743-2273.

Medical Baseline is a state-funded program that provides a set amount of electricity each month at a reduced rate to customers with special energy needs related to a medical condition. This discount can apply to your natural gas service, too. For more information, visit pge.com/medicalbaseline or call (800) 743-5000.