So Long, Farewell, and Thanks for All the Clean Watts: Opting Out of San Diego Community Power (SDCP)
Hey there, San Diego sunshine seekers! Feeling a little less thrilled about your electricity provider than you are about those perfect Pacific Ocean waves? Maybe you're craving that classic San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) experience, like that nostalgic feeling of deciphering a bill that looks like it was written in hieroglyphics. Whatever your reason, fear not! You have the right to choose your electricity provider, just like you have the right to choose between fish tacos and carne asada fries (although, wrong answer there, but hey, to each their own). This guide will be your key to navigating the opt-out odyssey and returning to the electricity provider you know and...well, maybe not exactly love, but at least you're familiar foes.
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But First, a Word (or Two, or Three) from Our Sponsors (AKA SDCP Trying to Keep You)
We get it, breaking up is hard to do. SDCP might be showering you with eco-friendly feels and promises of a brighter future (literally!), but maybe you're just not ready to commit. That's cool! SDCP won't hold you hostage (evil laugh...okay, maybe not that dramatic). They value your right to choose and all that jazz. Just remember, you'll be missing out on those sweet, sweet renewable energy sources and feel-good vibes. But hey, if you gotta go, you gotta go. No hard watts!
The Great Opt-Out Caper: How to Ditch SDCP
There are two main scenarios to consider, depending on how long you've been rocking the SDCP life:
The Honeymoon Phase (First 60 Days): This is your get out of jail free card. Simply contact SDCP by either visiting their website (https://sdcommunitypower.org/) or calling their customer service crew at 1-888-382-0169. They'll process your request, and poof! You'll be back with SDG&E at your next meter reading. Easy peasy lemon squeezy.
The Long Haul (After 60 Days): Uh oh, things are getting a little more serious. If you've been with SDCP for more than two months, you'll need to spend a year back with SDG&E before you can consider rejoining the SDCP fam. Think of it as a little electricity cool-down period to reflect on your true energy soulmate. The opt-out process is still the same (website or phone call), but there are a couple of return options to consider:
The Speedy Gonzales: This option gets you back with SDG&E at your next meter reading, but for the first six months, you'll be subject to their transitional bundled rates. These rates can fluctuate like a flip flop in a hurricane, so be prepared for a potential price swing.
The Planner: This option gives you more control. You can choose a specific date to return to SDG&E, but there's a catch: you need to notify SDCP at least six months in advance. This gives SDG&E enough time to secure your electricity needs because, you know, powering a city and all that.
FAQ: Opting Out Like a Boss
How do I contact SDCP to opt out? You can visit their website (https://sdcommunitypower.org/) or call 1-888-382-0169.
What if I opt out after 60 days? You'll need to wait a year before rejoining SDCP, and you'll have two return options to SDG&E: speedy gonzales (faster return with potentially higher rates) or the planner (choose your return date with advanced notice).
How long does it take to opt out? Within the first 60 days, it's pretty quick - just a few business days for processing and then your next meter reading. After 60 days, it depends on the return option you choose.
Will I be charged a fee to opt out? Nope! SDCP won't charge you a dime for saying sayonara.
Can I get back together with SDCP after my year-long hiatus with SDG&E? Absolutely! After your year is up, you can waltz right back into SDCP's arms (figuratively speaking, of course).
So there you have it! With this guide, you'll be an opt-out olympian in no
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