Solar On Multi-Family Affordable Housing (SOMAH)
The Solar on Multifamily Affordable Housing (SOMAH) Program provides solar incentives to affordable housing in California, reducing energy costs, empowering tenants, and creating clean energy jobs in underserved communities.
Los Angeles County-Property Owners
Boost Your Property, Wallet, and Community With SOMAH Solar!
SOMAH supercharges your property with solar at little cost. Slash energy bills, boost property value, and get hands-on support every step of the way. Tenants also benefit, with guaranteed bill credits and no rent hikes. It’s clean energy with community impact.
As of the latest update, the SOMAH (Solar on Multifamily Affordable Housing) Program has supported:
- 773 projects
- Serving 56,368 tenant units
- With 149.9 megawatts of reserved and installed solar capacity
This data reflects completed and reserved projects and is updated quarterly by the program administrators.
Click below to see "Incentives and Savings" or "see if you qualify here today!"
PROPERTY OWNERS-Tribal Nations
Walking in Light, Solar for Tribal Communities
SOMAH supports Tribal communities in reclaiming energy sovereignty through solar. From the Bishop Paiute Tribe’s 49-kW installation at Coyote Mountain Apartments—cutting energy costs and building resilience—to hands-on support and job training, SOMAH helps Tribes harness the sun to honor tradition, reduce bills, and power a sustainable future.
By reducing energy costs, creating clean energy jobs, and honoring environmental stewardship, SOMAH helps power a sustainable future rooted in tradition and self-determination.
1:1 Education, Workshops, & PRESENTATIONS
We Provide Tailored Workshops, 1:1, Onsite, Virtual and More...
Property Owners and Multifamily Housing Agencies can connect with us to attend workshops, request 1:1 presentations, or join events tailored for Communities, Cities, Counties, and Tribal Nations.
Let’s bring solar to your doorstep, reach out today!
GET PAID TO TRAIN TODAY!
Explore Climate and Environmental Careers In Solar:
- Project Management
- Systems Design
- PV Installations
Launch your solar career with SOMAH’s paid job training! Through the free HeatSpring SOMAH Academy, you’ll gain a solid foundation in solar energy—on your own schedule. Graduates can qualify for hands-on, paid training on real SOMAH projects, earning competitive wages while building a cleaner, more equitable future.
1. Enroll in the free HeatSpring Training Academy. It's self-paced, 40 hours, and you can complete the learning online here.
You can also click here to get started today.
