Generators & Backup Power

Financial incentives may be available for customers installing home battery storage systems (SGIP Program)

• Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) Press Releases
• For Non-Residential Customers
• Public Utilities Commission SGIP Information

Some Lake County residents may be interested in purchasing generators, portable power stations or battery technologies to prepare for loss of power. PG&E has developed resources to assist those considering these options:

• PG&E Backup Generation Options (PDF)
• Backup Generator Fact Sheet (PDF)
• Is a Generator the Right Choice?
• PG&E Marketplace

Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Generator Safety Resources

It is critical that any County residents considering a generator take appropriate safety precautions. These resources were developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:

• Generator Safety Flyer (English) (PDF)
• Generator Safety Flyer (Spanish) (PDF)
• Carbon Monoxide Fact Sheets (Many Languages)
• You Can Prevent Carbon Monoxide Exposure (English) (PDF)
• Preventing Carbon Monoxide Poisoning (Spanish) (PDF)