Wheelhouse Commitment to Sustainability

Our Commitment to Sustainability

Since first opening its doors to San Diegans in 1934, Wheelhouse Credit Union takes great pride to now be San Diego’s #1 Solar Financing Lender. We work with over 100 installers to help homeowners significantly reduce their electric bill, increase the value of their home and help the environment.

Sustainability is rooted in our core values and we know that together we can significantly reduce our carbon footprint, lessen greenhouse gas emissions and decrease our dependence on fossil fuels.

Strengthen financial self‑sufficiency of San Diegans by assisting with their ability to harness solar energy through fair, flexible financing options.

Support organizations in San Diego that are reducing climate change impact and improving the environment we live in.

Reduce our foot‑print by utilizing solar energy, recycling office e-waste, installing energy-efficient LED fixtures, and committing to less paper consumption when conducting transactions.

Supporting San Diego's Journey To 100% Renewable Energy

The City of San Diego is the largest U.S city with a binding commitment to switch to 100% clean energy. We’re committed to supporting that effort through our community outreach, internal sustainability efforts and the products and services we offer our Members.

of clean energy has been generated by the Solar PV Systems we’ve financed as of February 2024; which is equivalent to:

Greenhouse gas emissions from 36,053 passenger vehicles driven for one year

CO2 emissions from183,352,931 pounds of coal burned

Carbon sequestered by4,405,172 tree seedlings grown for 10 years

Investing in Our Community Partners

I Love a Clean San Diego

I Love A Clean San Diego is an environmental nonprofit on a zero waste and pollution free mission for communities throughout San Diego County.

Make-A-Wish Trailblaze Challenge

As part of our commitment to sustainability, this year’s Trailblaze Challenge San Diego will include a mission to Leave No Trace Behind, providing hikers with resources to clean up trails during the challenge. Wheelhouse will sell reusable bags to clip on packs for trail cleanup, with 100% of profits directly benefiting Make-A-Wish San Diego.

San Diego Zoo
Wildlife Alliance

San Diego Zoo Global is an international conservation nonprofit that collaborates with numerous partners to save wildlife from extinction.

Wheelhouse is a Leader in Eco-Friendly Lending

Solar Loans

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We work directly with our valued partners, including over 100 installers across Southern California to make switching to solar easy. With low rates and loans up to $80,000, our goal is that solar doesn’t cost you money–now or later– but actually saves you money today and tomorrow. But that’s not all–here are three more reasons to go solar:

Help The Environment
Save Money On Your Electricity Bill
Increase The Value of Your Home

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Energy Efficient Loans

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Our Energy Efficient loans make it easy to conserve water and energy at your home, helping you finance insulation, energy-efficient appliances, heating and cooling, and water-efficient fixtures.