California is dishing out some love in the form of climate credits, and no, it’s not a late-night infomercial that promises to solve your credit card debt. Starting this April, millions of Californians are set to receive an average of $137 credited to their utility bills, and let’s be real: it couldn’t come at a better time. With rising costs and the usual Bay Area price gouging, this is the kind of relief everyone can cheer about!

Thanks to the state’s Cap-and-Trade program, which, for once, isn’t the punchline of a bad climate joke, California is channeling a staggering $2.4 billion into residents’ pockets through utility bill credits. This isn’t peanuts, folks, it’s a solid chunk of change that can help ease the sting of those notoriously high electric and gas bills.

But what’s this Cap-and-Trade magic, you ask? Basically, it’s a system that makes polluters pay for their emissions while funding vital climate initiatives. Since kicking off in 2014, this bad boy has already put $10.9 billion back into the hands of utility customers, because let’s face it, our planet needs a little less smog and a lot more sunshine.

You won’t have to lift a finger to snag your credit; it’s automatically applied to your utility bills every April and October. Cal consumers will most likely see between $35 and $259 added back to their accounts for electric bills, while natural gas users can expect around $54 to $87. PG&E and SoCalGas customers: rejoice!

Curious about your specific credit? Check out the utility websites where you can find out exactly how much you’ll be enjoying before the month is done. And remember, this isn’t one of those shady deals; it’s straight from the heart of California’s green initiatives.

Besides blessing your wallets, the Cap-and-Trade program has invested $28 billion into climate projects. Think affordable housing in job-rich areas, the nation’s first high-speed rail, and zero-emission transportation options in underserved communities; it’s all happening and making waves!

So there you have it, California not only cares about its inhabitants but also takes significant strides towards a cleaner future. Now, what are you going to do with your extra cash? Treat yourself or save it for that avocado toast? You do you!