The Home Efficiency Genie is now offering virtual assessments! Contact the Genie today to begin saving!

With the addition of the Rosamond Central solar plant in the central valley, solar energy will power nearly half of Palo Alto's electric needs.

Happy New Year to you, Palo Alto! The City of Palo Alto Utilities has been providing community-owned electricity to you for 120 years!

During these challenging times, we're here to help! Rate assistance, payment plans, utility bill assistance & ways to keep utility costs low.

The Home Efficiency Genie talks about heating & cooling technologies with an emphasis on efficient, all-electric heat pump systems.

Call for voluntary energy conservation particularly during peak energy demand hours of 3 to 10 pm.

Up to $5,500 per connector for Level 2 chargers and up to $80,000 per DC Fast Chargers.

CPAU has begun work on a utility pole replacement project within the City of Palo Alto Utilities service area. Find details on the project here.

Potential rolling power outages are forecast this week if conservation efforts are not met.

This year the city will not increase most utility rates due to the current economic conditions for customers. Learn more about the changes.

This routine inspection of our gas distribution system is conducted every year to ensure the safety of all who live and work in Palo Alto.

Get the latest on important Utilities news, programs, events, safety info, rates, & more.

You may see us in side & backyards reading meters. CPAU meter readers wear uniforms & carry City ID which can be presented upon request.

If a building has been dormant and vacant during extended shutdown, you may need to flush the water system to remove any stagnant water. Read some steps to take.

New & improved online utility features allow you to manage your utility account any time, anywhere.