The California Air Resources Board said nearly 11 million households in the state will get a credit averaging $35 on their electric bills.
The credit comes from California’s cap-and-trade program to fight climate change. It's a result of payments power plants and industries make when they buy carbon emission permits.
"The Climate Credit offers millions of dollars in savings overall to California households. It is my hope that households use the money that they save as a result of the credit and invest in simple items that will help lower their electricity bills, such as LED lights or smart thermostats. Together we can all do our part to fight climate change," said California Public Utilities Commission President Michael Peevey.
This is the second “Climate Credit” this year — the first one was in the spring.
The credit will be reflected in October-November and April-May bills each year, and is not connected to individual energy use or bill amounts.
Small businesses and schools get a Climate Credit every month, related to the amount of electricity they use.
The dollar amount credited by utilities in October-November ranges from $194 for Pacific Power to about $30 for Pacific Gas and Electric.
SDG&E customers will be credited $36.24, according to the California Air Resources Board.
