Riverside Public Utilities Data Access Guide
Riverside Public Utilities (RPU) is a municipally-owned electric utility serving roughly 113,000 customers in the City of Riverside, California. RPU offers customer energy data through its KUBRA-powered WebConnect portal and an AMI program built on Tantalus networking and SmartWorks MDMS, plus an AB 802 building benchmarking program for large commercial buildings.
How to Get Your Riverside Public Utilities Data: All Access Methods
| Method | 1st Party | 3rd Party | Customer Types | Data Types | Latency | Format |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WebConnect Portal (Billing) | ✓ | — | Residential, Commercial, Industrial | Monthly bills, charges, payment history | 1-2 days | PDF, web portal |
| WebConnect Usage (Interval) | ✓ | — | All metered customers (AMI) | Daily/near-real-time usage | Near real-time | Web charts, PDF |
| AB 802 Building Benchmarking | ✓ | ✓ | Buildings 50,000+ sq ft | Annual building-level kWh | 5-10 business days | Spreadsheet, letter |
| Power Partners (Demand Response) | ✓ | — | Commercial 150 kW+ | Demand reduction signals, performance | Real-time | Portal/notification |
Billing Data Access
RPU provides online billing data access through its WebConnect self-service portal (powered by KUBRA), where customers view current and historical bills, charges, and payment history. There is no formal third-party billing API; third-party access is credential-based or via the AB 802 benchmarking program for large buildings.
What Data Is on Your Riverside Public Utilities Bill
- Monthly bill images and statements (PDF)
- Usage in kWh and itemized charges
- Payment history and current balance
- Due dates and billing status
How to Download Riverside Public Utilities Bills (Business & Commercial)
- 01Register the business account in WebConnect using the account number on the bill
- 02Log in and open 'View Billing History' to review and download monthly statements
- 03For building-level aggregate data on buildings 50,000+ sq ft, request data under the AB 802 Building Energy Benchmarking program
- 04For consultant/representative access, call (951) 782-0330 with a signed customer authorization
How to Download Riverside Public Utilities Bills (Residential)
- 01Go to https://billpay.riversideca.gov/iwr/user/login.seam and click 'First-time user?'
- 02Enter your RPU account number from your electric bill and complete registration
- 03Verify your email and log in
- 04Open 'My Profile'/'Account' and select 'View Billing History' to browse and download PDF bills
Third-Party Access to Riverside Public Utilities Billing Data
Customer credential delegation
- 01Customer shares WebConnect login or delegates portal access
- 02Third party logs in and downloads PDF bills
- 03Manual process only; no API
AB 802 building data request
- 01Obtain customer authorization for buildings 50,000+ sq ft
- 02Email RPU with building address and account details
- 03Complete RPU Account Holder Consent Form
- 04Receive building-level annual kWh for benchmarking
Want to understand the charges on your bill?
See the Riverside Public Utilities Rate Schedules & Tariff Guide →Interval Data & Smart Meters
RPU operates an Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) program using a Tantalus RF/cellular network and SmartWorks Compass MDMS. Customers view daily and near-real-time usage through WebConnect. Specific interval granularity is not published; metering supports interval reads.
How to Download Riverside Public Utilities Interval Data via Green Button
- 01Confirm your meter has been upgraded to AMI by calling (951) 782-0330
- 02Log in to WebConnect and open the 'Energy Usage'/'Usage Information' section
- 03Select your service address/meter to view usage charts and trends
- 04Green Button download/connect is not publicly advertised — contact RPU to confirm ESPI/XML availability
Interval data is essential for rate comparison and TOU analysis.
See which Riverside Public Utilities rate schedule is best for your usage pattern →Third-Party API Access
RPU does not publish a customer energy data API. Its developer portal covers infrastructure/engineering resources, not consumption data. Programmatic access requires direct inquiry; AB 802 provides building-level data for large commercial buildings.
How to Register as a Riverside Public Utilities API Vendor
- 01Contact RPU at (951) 782-0330 to discuss data-access agreements
- 02Provide signed customer authorization and use case
- 03For large buildings, submit an AB 802 request with the Account Holder Consent Form
EDI (Electronic Data Interchange)
Supported Riverside Public Utilities EDI Transaction Sets
| Code | Name | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| 867 | Product Transfer and Resale Report | Meter reading / interval consumption data (potential, not confirmed) |
| 810 | Invoice | Detailed billing information (potential) |
| 820 | Payment Order/Remittance Advice | Bill payment processing (potential) |
How to Enroll in Riverside Public Utilities EDI
- 01Call (951) 782-0330 and request EDI trading-partner information
- 02Submit a trading-partner application specifying transactions needed (e.g., 867, 810, 820)
- 03Establish connectivity (VAN or direct) and exchange test files
- 04Move to production after validation
Sources
Rate Schedules & Tariff Analysis
Schedule TOU is RPU's primary large C&I rate. Cost is driven heavily by demand charges (on-peak $8.29/kW in 2026) and the Network Access Charge, which is escalating sharply year over year ($3.87/kW in 2024 to $7.77/kW by 2028). The summer on-peak window is narrow (12pm-6pm weekdays), creating clear load-shifting opportunities. Energy and Network Access charges all step up annually through 2028 under the adopted plan.
Riverside Public Utilities Rate Schedule List
| Schedule | Applicability |
|---|---|
| Schedule TOU | Large general and industrial service, 150 kW+. |
| Schedule GS | Medium commercial below 150 kW. |
| Schedule DTOU | Small commercial/domestic time-of-use. |
| Schedule TC | Traffic control, energy-only. |
Riverside Public Utilities Rate Features & TOU Details
- Fully time-of-use with separate on/mid/off-peak demand and energy charges
- Tiered Reliability Charge ($350-$2,650/mo) based on maximum demand
- Network Access Charge escalating roughly 20% per year through 2028
- Optional 100% renewable energy at +$0.0129/kWh
- Demand measured on 15-minute metered intervals
For a deeper analysis including cost optimization strategies and historical rate trends:
Read the full Riverside Public Utilities Rate Optimization Guide →Other Data Access Programs
Power Partners (Demand Response)
Voluntary demand-response program for commercial customers (150 kW+) to reduce peak load July-October in exchange for incentives.
- 01Call (951) 782-0330 to reach the Power Partners coordinator
- 02Provide account and facility details and demand-reduction potential
- 03Sign the Power Partners agreement
- 04Receive real-time dispatch notifications during the season
Building Energy Benchmarking (AB 802)
Mandatory California program giving building owners/agents access to building-level annual energy data for ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager benchmarking.
- 01Confirm building qualifies (50,000+ sq ft)
- 02Email RPU with building address and account details
- 03Complete the RPU Account Holder Consent Form
- 04Receive annual kWh data (typically 5-10 business days)
Commercial Energy Efficiency Rebates
Rebates and free technical assistance for commercial lighting, HVAC, water heating, and industrial equipment upgrades.
- 01Review eligible measures on the commercial rebates page
- 02Request a free business energy assessment
- 03Submit rebate application with required documentation
Limitations & Considerations
- ⚠No public customer-data API; programmatic access requires direct inquiry.
- ⚠Green Button Download My Data / Connect My Data not publicly advertised.
- ⚠Interval data granularity (15-min vs hourly) not documented for customer downloads.
- ⚠Third-party billing access is credential-based or via AB 802 only.
- ⚠EDI trading-partner program not publicly documented.
- ⚠Medium/small commercial schedule dollar values were not extracted in this research — verify in the tariff book.
Riverside Public Utilities Data Access FAQ
What rate applies to a large commercial or industrial customer at RPU?▾
Schedule TOU (Large General and Industrial Service) applies to customers designed for 150 kW or greater, or that exceed 150 kW in any two of the prior 12 months. It is fully time-of-use with separate on-peak, mid-peak, and off-peak demand and energy charges. For 2026 the on-peak energy charge is $0.1295/kWh and on-peak demand is $8.29/kW.
When is the on-peak period on Schedule TOU?▾
Summer on-peak (June 1-Sept 30) is 12:00pm-6:00pm weekdays except holidays; winter on-peak is 5:00pm-9:00pm weekdays. Shifting load out of these windows reduces both on-peak energy and demand charges.
Does RPU offer a Green Button download or data API?▾
RPU does not publicly advertise Green Button Download My Data or a customer-data API. Usage is viewed in the WebConnect portal, and large commercial buildings can get building-level annual data through the AB 802 benchmarking program. Contact RPU at (951) 782-0330 to confirm any ESPI/XML availability.
How can a consultant access a customer's RPU data?▾
There is no formal third-party API. Options are credential delegation through WebConnect, or — for buildings 50,000+ sq ft — an AB 802 request submitted with the customer's signed Account Holder Consent Form.
Are RPU's C&I rates increasing?▾
Yes. Under the August 2023 rate plan, Schedule TOU energy, demand, customer, and Network Access charges step up every January 1 through 2028. The Network Access Charge is rising fastest, from $3.87/kW in 2024 to $7.77/kW by 2028.
Can RPU customers shop for a competitive electricity supplier?▾
No. RPU is a regulated municipal utility with no retail electric choice. Rates are set by the City of Riverside Board of Public Utilities and City Council, and RPU procures wholesale power through CAISO.
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