Food Desert Energy Efficiency Equity Program
The SoCalREN Food Desert Energy Efficiency Equity (FDEEE) Program is transforming small businesses in hard-to-reach and undeserved communities by helping them save energy and expand access to fresh, healthy food. Tailored for corner stores, bodegas and small grocers, this innovative program provides no-cost energy upgrades—including efficient refrigeration, lighting, and water heating systems.
What the Program Offers:
- No cost energy-efficient installation
- Average bill savings of 20%
- Support from the Business Energy Advisor Program
- Services delivered by in-community partners
Building Stronger, Healthier Communities
The FDEEE Program goes beyond energy savings. Every service is directed toward hard-to-reach businesses, with a focus on low-income, low-access, and disadvantaged areas. Energy-efficient upgrades don’t just reduce costs—they provide small businesses with the opportunity to offer fresh produce and healthy food options, improving food access for families and individuals in areas that need it most.
How It Works:
- Meet your Energy Advisor (through the SoCalREN BEA Program)
- Receive a Site Energy Assessment
- SoCalREN Team prepares a personalized project proposal
- Review your project proposal and sign program documents
- Project begins! (Permitting, scheduling, and installation)
Contact the SoCalREN Commercial team today to learn more!
E: commercial@socalren.org
P: (844)437-0480