Southern California Edison (SCE) serves most of Southern California outside the City of Los Angeles — Orange County, the Inland Empire (Riverside and San Bernardino counties), Ventura County, and most of suburban LA County. SCE customers under NEM 3.0 need battery storage to maximize solar value.
Key facts for SCE solar customers:
- SCE is under CPUC NEM 3.0 — new installations after April 14, 2023 export at avoided cost rates. Battery storage is essential.
- SCE interconnection submitted by installer through SCE's portal. Typical timeline: 4–12 weeks.
- SCE administers the SGIP battery incentive — up to $1,000/kWh for qualifying customers in its territory.
- SCE time-of-use rates: peak pricing typically 4–9 PM daily. Battery storage discharged during this window maximizes bill savings under NEM 3.0.
- SCE rates: $0.25–$0.45/kWh depending on usage tier and TOU period — lower than SDG&E but still well above the national average.
Note: Some cities within SCE's geographic area have their own municipal utilities — Burbank Water & Power, Glendale Water & Power, Pasadena Water & Power, Anaheim Public Utilities. Confirm your utility on your electric bill before installation.