Rebuilding Smarter: Rebuild Altadena Visits SoCalGas Energy Resource Center

Rebuild Altadena’s co-founder David Ly visits the SoCalGas Energy Resource Center in Downey with team members and SoCalGas representatives, exploring innovative H₂ energy and rebate programs to help Altadena homeowners rebuild efficiently after the Eaton Fire.

Last week, our co-founder David Ly of Rebuild Altadena had the honor of visiting the SoCalGas Energy Resource Center (ERC) in Downey, California, to explore innovative ways to help homeowners rebuild efficiently after the Eaton Fire.

Hosted by William Gordon, Senior Account Executive for Residential New Construction and Customer Programs at SoCalGas, the visit included a guided tour of the H₂ Innovation Experience a groundbreaking demonstration of how clean hydrogen energy can be used in future homebuilding.

The tour offered valuable insight into sustainable design, energy-efficient solutions, and programs available to wildfire-impacted homeowners. These resources align perfectly with Rebuild Altadena’s mission to help residents rebuild their homes while preserving Altadena’s charm, character, and community connection.

🔹 Resources for Fire-Impacted Homeowners & Businesses

SoCalGas offers several programs to help homeowners and business owners recovering from fire damage:

    •    Rebuilding and Restoring Your Natural Gas Service (https://www.socalgas.com)

Information for wildfire-impacted customers.

    •    Residential Energy Efficient Fire Rebuild Program (Guidebook PDF) (https://www.socalgas.com/sites/default/files/RES-EE-Fire-Rebuild-Guidebook.pdf)

For single-family or multifamily homeowners who experienced a complete loss of their home.

    •    Residential Energy Efficiency Rebates (https://www.socalgas.com/rebates)

Support for homeowners who experienced partial loss of their home.

    •    Business Energy Efficiency Rebates (https://www.socalgas.com/businessrebates)

Incentives for non-residential, business customers who experienced partial loss of their property.

    •    Customer Assistance Programs (https://www.socalgas.com/assistance)

Help for those who have lost employment or income due to wildfire impact.

    •    Contact 811 Before You Dig (https://www.socalgas.com/811)

A safety reminder for all rebuilding and construction projects.

🔹 Partnering for a Stronger Future

During the visit, David also discussed Rebuild Altadena’s Bulk Buy Program, which allows local homeowners to collaborate and save on rebuild costs by purchasing materials and services together.

Representatives Becky Estrella and Melissa Hardison from SoCalGas expressed strong interest in exploring potential ways to support this initiative — opening the door to new partnerships that could benefit the Altadena community as rebuilding efforts continue.

At Rebuild Altadena, we believe rebuilding isn’t just about structures — it’s about reviving community spirit, creating sustainable homes, and working together to make Altadena stronger than ever.

🏡 Stay Connected

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Together, we’re building a future rooted in resilience, innovation, and unity.

Rebuild Altadena stands for connection, healing, and hope rebuilding not just homes, but the heart of the community after the Eaton Fire.