Riverside Public Utilities (RPU) is a publicly-owned utility located in Riverside, California. The utility provides electric and water services to over 113,000 customers in the city of Riverside and surrounding areas. RPU's electric system includes 3,000 miles of overhead and underground lines, with a peak load of over 900 megawatts. The utility also operates six hydroelectric facilities, two solar facilities, and a landfill gas-to-energy facility, which collectively generate about 30% of the utility's energy. RPU's water system includes over 1,600 miles of water mains, 27 wells, and two treatment plants, which provide customers with safe and reliable water services. RPU is committed to providing sustainable and affordable energy and water solutions to its customers, while also investing in renewable energy and energy efficiency programs to reduce its carbon footprint.
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Riverside Public Utilities's energy comes from natural gas, biomass, and solar. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 80% of Riverside Public Utilities's energy. Biomass is the second largest source, making up 10%. Solar provides 10% of Riverside Public Utilities's electricity.
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The average electricity rate for Riverside Public Utilities customers is 17.26 cents/kWh. Riverside Public Utilities has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Domestic TOU - Very Large Residence; CLOSED RATE | TOU | 5¢ to 24¢ |
| Domestic TOU Tiered - Large Residence | TOU | 9¢ to 45¢ |
| Domestic TOU Tiered - Very Large Residence | TOU | 9¢ to 45¢ |
| Domestic TOU- Medium Residence; CLOSED RATE | TOU | 5¢ to 24¢ |
| Domestic TOU Tiered - Small Residence | TOU | 9¢ to 45¢ |
| Domestic - Large Residence | Fixed | 10¢ to 19¢ |
| Domestic - Medium Residence | Fixed | 10¢ to 19¢ |
| Domestic - Very Large Residence | Fixed | 10¢ to 19¢ |
| Domestic - Small Residence | Fixed | 10¢ to 19¢ |
| Domestic TOU- Small Residence; CLOSED RATE | TOU | 5¢ to 24¢ |
| Domestic TOU Tiered - Medium Residence | TOU | 9¢ to 45¢ |
In 2021, there were no outages recorded in Riverside Public Utilities.
Riverside Public Utilities can help you upgrade appliances and smart devices in your home.
| incentive | savings | utility | |
| Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems | $150/ton - $250/ton | Riverside Public Utilities | See Details |
| Dishwashers | $50 | Riverside Public Utilities | See Details |
| Refrigerators (purchase) | $100 -$200 | Riverside Public Utilities | See Details |
| Refrigerators (purchase) | $100 -$200 | Riverside Public Utilities | See Details |
| Sealing and Insulation Products | $0.10/sq. ft. - $0.20/sq. ft. | Riverside Public Utilities | See Details |
| Windows, Doors, and Skylights | $1/sq. ft. | Riverside Public Utilities | See Details |
| Clothes Washers | $75 | Riverside Public Utilities | See Details |
| Dishwashers | $50 | Riverside Public Utilities | See Details |
| Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems | $50 | Riverside Public Utilities | See Details |
| Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems | $50 | Riverside Public Utilities | See Details |
NEM 2.0 Credited to customer's next bill at retail rate. After 12-month cycle, customer may opt to roll over credit indefinitely or to receive payment for credit at a rate equal to the 12-month average spot market price for the hours of 7 am to 5 pm for the year in which the surplus power was generated. (If customer makes no affirmative decision, credit is granted to utility with no compensation for customer.)