SFPUC Expands E-Bike Rebate Program, Making Clean Transportation More Accessible

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The San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) is expanding its Electrify My Ride rebate program, making up to $1,000 off e-bikes available to more than twice as many customers. Beginning August 18, 2025, 55,000 income-qualified customers will be eligible for the rebate at participating San Francisco bicycle shops. This is up from 25,000 eligible customers the previous year. The program's expansion aims to make clean transportation more affordable and accessible, particularly for those who rely on daily commutes.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Electrify My Ride rebate program offers up to $1,000 off e-bikes for eligible customers at participating San Francisco bicycle shops.
  • The program is now available to 55,000 income-qualified customers, more than twice as many as the previous year.
  • Eligibility is based on enrollment in CleanPowerSF and Hetch Hetchy Power's electricity discount programs, such as the Customer Assistance Program (CAP) and CARE/FERA.
  • The $1,000 rebate is applied at the point of sale, reducing the upfront cost of an e-bike, which typically starts at around $1,500.
  • The rebate can only be used on a purchase of a UL-certified battery e-bike that meets San Francisco's e-bike safety standards.
  • Participants must redeem their rebate within 60 days of receipt at participating retailers.
  • The program is part of the SFPUC's broader mission to provide clean energy across all sectors and support San Francisco's Climate Action Plan.
  • The SFPUC also supports electric vehicle charging through EV Charge SF, promotes clean home technologies through bill credits for heat pump water heaters, and more.

Statistics:

  • 55,000 income-qualified customers will be eligible for the rebate program by August 18, 2025.
  • $1,000 maximum rebate per customer.
  • Up to $1 million in total funding available.
  • 25,000 customers were eligible for the program the previous year.
  • 2024 customer survey of previous Electrify My Ride program participants showed that the program helped people in many ways, from making daily commutes easier to providing access to clean transportation.

Sources:

  • San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) release
  • CleanPowerSF began serving customers in 2016.
  • Hetch Hetchy Power generates and delivers 100% greenhouse gas-free energy to approximately 8,000 customer accounts.
  • CleanPowerSF and Hetch Hetchy Power collectively saved customers more than $170 million on electric bills in 2023 compared to for-profit utility PG&E.
  • About the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC)