{"id":781,"date":"2020-04-09T21:40:42","date_gmt":"2020-04-09T21:40:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/areas\/?page_id=781"},"modified":"2026-02-09T20:28:54","modified_gmt":"2026-02-09T20:28:54","slug":"oak-park-solar","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/oak-park-solar\/","title":{"rendered":"Oak Park Solar"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><strong>Energy Upgrades in Southeastern San Diego<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:39% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"275\" src=\"https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/ev-battery-solar-300x250-72dpi.jpg\" alt=\"Makello's FREE Energy Analysis qualify 100% incentives\" class=\"wp-image-2020 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>Get Makello&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/meet.makello.com\/#\/customer\/freeenergysavingsestimate\">FREE Energy Savings Estimate<\/a>!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image text-center\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/request-public-ev-charger.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1Q3-CHCR-Area-Request-an-EV-Charger-600x400-72-dpi-2-min.jpg\" alt=\"Request a Public Electric Vehicle Charger. CalEVIP program\" class=\"wp-image-2402\" srcset=\"https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1Q3-CHCR-Area-Request-an-EV-Charger-600x400-72-dpi-2-min.jpg 600w, https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1Q3-CHCR-Area-Request-an-EV-Charger-600x400-72-dpi-2-min-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Oak Park could be eligible for incentives for DC Level 3 and AC Level 2 EV Chargers. Place a pin on the map to suggest a location for future consideration.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column border p-15 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">About Oak Park<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In Chollas Creek, <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/d0OzyEV_JXA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Makello<\/a> supports community and non-profit organizations, such as <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/groundworksandiego.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">Groundwork San Diego<\/a>, with grant writing and presentations at events. Makello educates school staff, parents, and students about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/plug-in-vehicles.html\">Plug-In Vehicles<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/solar-panels.html\">Solar Power<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/energy-storage.html\">Energy Storage<\/a>. Visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/grants.html\">grants page<\/a> for updates about a multi-million dollar win for San Diego!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"332\" src=\"https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Aerial_-_Oak_Park_San_Diego_CA_01.jpg\" alt=\"oak park aerial image 2015\" class=\"wp-image-2639\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:600px;height:400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Aerial_-_Oak_Park_San_Diego_CA_01.jpg 500w, https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Aerial_-_Oak_Park_San_Diego_CA_01-300x199.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Aerial view of Oak Park<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h4 id=\"at-7810\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Chollas Creek Watershed <\/h4><div id=\"ac-7810\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>Chollas Creek is part of the greater Pueblo Watershed and was a prominent settlement for the Kumeyaay peoples due to the area&#8217;s rich biological diversity and geologic assets. Today, Chollas Creek runs through multiple neighborhoods as it flows from <a href=\"https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/la-mesa-solar\/\">La Mesa<\/a> to San Diego Bay. Many community members continue to be stewards of their environment through lifestyle choice and community involvement, working to preserve the rich ecology of the area and create healthier neighborhoods. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h4 id=\"at-7811\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Communities<\/h4><div id=\"ac-7811\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/barrio-logan-solar\/\">Barrio Logan<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/chollas-view-solar\/\">Chollas View<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/city-heights-solar\/\">City Heights<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/encanto-solar\/\">Encanto<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/la-mesa-solar\/\">La Mesa<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/lemon-grove-solar\/\">Lemon Grove<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/logan-heights-solar\/\">Logan Heights<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/mount-hope-solar\/\">Mount Hope<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/mountain-view-solar\/\">Mountain View<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/oak-park-solar\/\">Oak Park<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/southcrest-solar\/\">Southcrest<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many of the homes in Chollas Creek are relatively older, and the residents are diverse culturally, socioeconomically, and by world region of geographic origin. The households range from family oriented households, often multi-generational, to retirees, singles or recent college graduates starting their careers and independent life. The zip codes in Oak Park are 92105 and 92115.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h4 id=\"at-7812\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">People <\/h4><div id=\"ac-7812\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>Residents in Chollas Creek are environmentally conscious, follow trends, and like a good bargain. All age groups use technology to varying degrees though many are not dependent on technology. Unemployment is high in some areas, but labor force participation is average or above average throughout Chollas Creek. The workforce of this community tends towards hard working blue collar laborers with a significant portion of the population having obtained some college education or earned a college degree. Women&#8217;s paid employment can be low in this area because many women stay at home to care for children or aging parents. There are many car enthusiasts among these neighborhoods, who love owning fun-to-drive vehicles. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h4 id=\"at-7813\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Environment <\/h4><div id=\"ac-7813\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>Chollas Creek has many areas with high pollution scores and low incomes as calculated by <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"CalEnviroScreen (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/oehha.ca.gov\/calenviroscreen\/maps-data\" target=\"_blank\">CalEnviroScreen<\/a>, representing a population vulnerable to pollution related issues.&nbsp;\u200b\u200b High rates of dust and pollution particles in disadvantaged communities may increase the spread of viruses, worsening the COVID-19 crisis in communities with already low defenses. These environmental qualities could qualify some residents for rebates and incentives for <a href=\"https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation.html\">Solar Power<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/plug-in-vehicles.html\">Plug-In Vehicles<\/a> (and EV Charging), or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/energy-storage.html\">Energy Storage<\/a> installations, lowering the cost of these installations.   <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h4 id=\"at-7814\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Climate Equity Index <\/h4><div id=\"ac-7814\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>Climate Equity Index refers to the opportunity communities have to combat environmental justice and social equity concerns. Climate Equity Index is low throughout Chollas Creek, so it is eligible for many government funding opportunities to help combat climate change and improve social equity.  <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Makello&#8217;s guest lecture presentations can help direct millions of dollars in Federal, State, and Local program funds to where it is needed most in your community.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/about-us.html\">Contact us<\/a> for your next company, organizational, board, or membership meeting, green initiative, or grant writing project.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column border p-15 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"> Oak Park Solar Panel Installation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Oak Park is eligible for up to 100% incentives for <a href=\"https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation.html\">solar installations<\/a>. For more information, see the incentives summary below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/solar-panels-image-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Neighbor Green Energy EPC by Makello roof mount solar installations. Ask about our neighbor\/group deals!\" class=\"wp-image-2640\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:600px;height:400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/solar-panels-image-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/solar-panels-image-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/solar-panels-image-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/solar-panels-image-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/solar-panels-image-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/solar-panels-image-1200x900.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/solar-panels-image-1980x1485.jpg 1980w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Neighbor Green Energy EPC by Makello roof mount solar installations. Ask about our neighbor\/group deals!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h4 id=\"at-7815\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Installation<\/h4><div id=\"ac-7815\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>The homes in Oak Park face unique challenges, due to the age of the electrical panel, wiring, and roof.&nbsp;Makello has<a href=\"https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation.html\">&nbsp;7 ways to install solar without roof penetrations! (5 that you can take with you when you relocate!)<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our installation training, process, and documentation ensures the highest quality workmanship. We don&#8217;t lose sleep at night when it&#8217;s raining, and with us, neither will you! Visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/why-makello.html\">Why Makello <\/a>page to learn more about why we have no roof leaks.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h4 id=\"at-7816\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Solar Irradiance<\/h4><div id=\"ac-7816\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>Oak Park has excellent solar irradiance, making adoption of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/solar-panels.html\">solar technology<\/a> a wise investment, with fast <a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/app\/?campaign=SC3\">payback<\/a> in as little as 3 years for cash purchase, or cash-flow positive monthly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/cashloan.html\">loan payments<\/a>.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/app\/?campaign=SC3\">See how much you can save<\/a>. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h4 id=\"at-7817\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Adoption Rate<\/h4><div id=\"ac-7817\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>Solar energy adoption rates in Oak Park are lagging below the <a href=\"https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/city-of-san-diego\/\">City of San Diego<\/a>, with less than 6% percent of the homes having <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/capeanalytics.com\/cape-analytics-data-report-the-most-solar-places-in-america\/\" target=\"_blank\">solar photovoltaic (PV) panel installations<\/a>. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h4 id=\"at-7818\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Energy Independence <\/h4><div id=\"ac-7818\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>Many residents and business owners in Oak Park are interested in utilizing technology that is eco-friendly and improves quality of life. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/solar-panels.html\">Solar energy systems<\/a> are increasingly affordable, especially after <a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/blog\/leds-save-71-avoided-cost\/\">energy efficiency measures reduce use<\/a>, and incentives and financing options reduce the up front cost. Installing solar energy helps reduce energy costs while creating energy independence, which is especially useful during the peak use hours, rolling brown outs, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/blog\/californians-need-microgrids\/\">planned power outages<\/a>.&nbsp;\u200b<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h4 id=\"at-7819\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Incentives, Strategy, and Timing <\/h4><div id=\"ac-7819\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Businesses are eligible for <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/pub\/irs-pdf\/p946.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Federal &amp; State Depreciation<\/a>,&nbsp;or up to <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.section179.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">100% 1st Year Write-Off for business use<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a aria-label=\"SASH (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/gridalternatives.org\/what-we-do\/solar-programs\/single-family-solar\/sash\/qualify\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SASH<\/a> and <a aria-label=\"SOMAH (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/calsomah.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SOMAH<\/a> programs (Makello will not assist with these installations, but know Oak Park residences may be eligible for these programs.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid tariffs; hoarding and price increases affect all brands.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assess inflation, interest rates, income growth, and lifestyle.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Technological efficiency gains are reaching the theoretical limit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Average residential installed cost in San Diego is $6\/W before incentives.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:32px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Makello can help guide you to cheaper, cleaner energy with an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/energy-analysis.html\">Ethical Energy &amp; Cost Savings Analysis<\/a> and a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/app?campaign=SC3\">solar system<\/a> right-sized for your goals and site characteristics. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/about-us.html\">Contact us<\/a> for your <a href=\"https:\/\/meet.makello.com\/#\/customer\/freeenergysavingsestimate\">FREE Energy Savings Estimate<\/a>. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column border p-15 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Plug-In Vehicles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Oak Park could be eligible for incentives for DC Fast Charging and Level 2 EV Charging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"420\" src=\"https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/rivian.webp\" alt=\"Rivian R1S\" class=\"wp-image-2641\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:600px;height:400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/rivian.webp 640w, https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/rivian-300x197.webp 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rivian R1S<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h4 id=\"at-78110\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Benefits for All <\/h4><div id=\"ac-78110\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/plug-in-vehicles.html\">Plug-In Vehicles<\/a> are a great way to show your attention to style and concern for the  environment. Driving with zero greenhouse gas emissions contributes to cleaner air  quality and may help lower potential pollution-related negative health impacts such as asthma, low birth weight, or complications for  cardiovascular disease. Driving electric is also quieter, helping to reduce noise pollution related stressors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using public transportation also helps reduce air pollution! If you currently use or are interested in using public transportation, visit <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"San Diego's 5 Big Moves (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sdforward.com\/mobility-planning\/5-big-moves\" target=\"_blank\">San Diego&#8217;s 5 Big Moves<\/a> and <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"MTS's ElevateSD 2020 (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sdmts.com\/inside-mts-current-projects\/elevatesd-2020\" target=\"_blank\">MTS&#8217;s ElevateSD 2020<\/a> campaign to get ready for the clean transportation revolution. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t just take our word for it, listen to <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/4eEl0jkuyLs\" target=\"_blank\">Groundwork San Diego&#8217;s high school Green Team explain the benefits of Plug- In and Electric Vehicles<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h4 id=\"at-78111\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">44+ Models<\/h4><div id=\"ac-78111\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/plug-in-vehicles.html\">Plug-In Vehicles<\/a> come in many forms; SUV, van, truck, sedan, or motorcycle.  <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/gxnCCkjoVPM\" target=\"_blank\">Drive electric on Solar Power<\/a> or Super-Off Peak discount utility power, for 1\/3rd the cost of gas, instead of driving electric on Peak-Rate utility power for more than the cost of gas. EV and Plug-In Hybrid improved performance and no-noise driving, means more <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/gxnCCkjoVPM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">&#8216;Smiles Per Mile&#8217;<\/a>. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h4 id=\"at-78112\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\"><strong>HOV Sticker, Discount Parking, Tolls &amp; Utility Rates<\/strong>  <\/h4><div id=\"ac-78112\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>Perks to Plug-In Vehicle drivers include access to <a href=\"https:\/\/dot.ca.gov\/programs\/traffic-operations\/hov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">California HOV Lanes<\/a> for single occupant vehicles, discount parking &amp; tolls in select cities, and a quiet, peaceful drive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plug-In Vehicles are a fun and efficient method for traveling around town, with rebates and incentives making the vehicles an increasingly affordable  option for all income levels, home owners and renters alike.&nbsp;\u200b <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sdge.com\/residential\/pricing-plans\/about-our-pricing-plans\/electric-vehicle-plans\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Discount EV (or Plug-In Hybrid) utility rates<\/a> apply to the whole house. <br><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h4 id=\"at-78113\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Vehicle Incentives <\/h4><div id=\"ac-78113\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Businesses are eligible for <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/pub\/irs-pdf\/p946.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Federal &amp; State Depreciation<\/a>, or up to <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.section179.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">100% 1st Year Write-Off for business use<\/a>. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose <a href=\"https:\/\/ww2.arb.ca.gov\/our-work\/programs\/clean-cars-4-all\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Clean Cars 4 All<\/a> (Up to $9,500 for new or used Plug-In Vehicle) or&nbsp;CAP (<a href=\"https:\/\/ww2.arb.ca.gov\/our-work\/programs\/enhanced-fleet-modernization-program\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">EFMP CA Grant<\/a>; $1,000 -$1,500 Retirement; $4,500 &#8211; $9,500 Scrap &amp; Replace)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bar.ca.gov\/Consumer\/Consumer_Assistance_Program\/CAP_Repair_Assistance_Program.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAP<\/a> (CA Grant &#8211; $500, Smog Check Repairs)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Many more employer company programs, such as Qualcomm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h4 id=\"at-78114\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\"> Annual Savings <\/h4><div id=\"ac-78114\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/blog\/ncccas-ev-show-kicks-gas\/\">Saves $1,000 &#8211; $2,000\/year<\/a> in vehicle maintenance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/blog\/ncccas-ev-show-kicks-gas\/\">Saves $1,000 &#8211; $3,500\/year<\/a> in vehicle supplies.\u200b<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dmv.ca.gov\/portal\/dmv\/detail\/vr\/smogfaq#BM2536\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Saves $30-$50\/year<\/a> A Smog Check is NOT required for an EV.&nbsp; A Smog Check is NOT required for a Plug-In Hybrid in the first 8 years of ownership, however, the DMV annual \u201cSmog Abatement Fee\u201d ~$20 still applies. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li> Reduced <a aria-label=\"bridge and road tolls save up to $2,000 (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.chp.ca.gov\/programs-services\/services-information\/hov-and-hot-lane-information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bridge and road tolls save up to $2,000<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:39px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Makello and <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/groundworksandiego.org\/\" target=\"_blank\">Groundwork San Diego<\/a> can help Oak Park to receive an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/energy-analysis.html\">Ethical Energy &amp; Cost Savings Analysis<\/a> with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/plug-in-vehicles.html\">Plug-In Vehicle<\/a> recommendations that fit your lifestyle and cost savings goals. Get your <a href=\"https:\/\/meet.makello.com\/#\/customer\/freeenergysavingsestimate\">FREE Energy Savings Estimate<\/a>!  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column border p-15 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Energy Storage<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A solar-battery is priceless, during an extended emergency, to be able to shelter at home with family, and have all the necessities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"849\" height=\"616\" src=\"https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Screenshot-2026-02-05-104715.png\" alt=\"Wall Mounted Enphase Battery System\" class=\"wp-image-2646\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:600px;height:400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Screenshot-2026-02-05-104715.png 849w, https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Screenshot-2026-02-05-104715-300x218.png 300w, https:\/\/makello.com\/solar-panel-installation\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Screenshot-2026-02-05-104715-768x557.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 849px) 100vw, 849px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Wall Mounted Enphase Battery System <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h4 id=\"at-78115\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Resiliency and Cost Savings <\/h4><div id=\"ac-78115\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/energy-storage.html\">Energy Storage<\/a>, a.k.a. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/energy-storage.html\">battery storage<\/a>, can be a great option for Oak Park residents and business owners. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/blog\/californians-need-microgrids\/\">&#8216;Energy Independence&#8217;<\/a> means that critical needs are met; life sustaining medical equipment, refrigeration, A\/C, well pumps, security and technology works automatically, seamlessly, day or night, event during rolling blackouts, wildfire conditions, or planned utility shutdowns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/d0OzyEV_JXA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Makello&#8217;s Mobile Energy Ecosystem<\/a> &#8211; energy on the go with no need for utility power!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h4 id=\"at-78116\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\"> SGIP Rebates<\/h4><div id=\"ac-78116\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p>There are many rebate qualifiers that offset the purchase and installation costs, especially for those in High Fire Threat Districts or <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/oehha.ca.gov\/calenviroscreen\/sb535\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Disadvantaged Communities<\/a>.&nbsp;See information about SGIP <a href=\"https:\/\/sgipsd.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"\">here<\/a>. <br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rebates and incentives can cover up to 100% of gross installed cost!&nbsp; Energy Storage can be used daily to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/blog\/category\/optimal-cost-savings\/\">increase utility cost savings<\/a>.<br><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-accordion-item c-accordion__item js-accordion-item no-js\" data-initially-open=\"false\" data-click-to-close=\"true\" data-auto-close=\"true\" data-scroll=\"false\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\"><h4 id=\"at-78117\" class=\"c-accordion__title js-accordion-controller\" role=\"button\">Incentives, Strategy, and Timing <\/h4><div id=\"ac-78117\" class=\"c-accordion__content\">\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Businesses are eligible for <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.irs.gov\/pub\/irs-pdf\/p946.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Federal &amp; State Depreciation<\/a>, or up to <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.section179.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">100% 1st Year Write-Off for business use<\/a> if Energy Storage is connected to grid-tied solar .<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sdge.com\/residential\/pricing-plans\/about-our-pricing-plans\/electric-vehicle-plans\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Discount EVTOU5 rate<\/a> can double&nbsp;Energy Storage cost savings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Makello can help guide you to cheaper, cleaner energy with an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.makello.com\/energy-analysis.html\">Ethical Energy &amp; 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