Special Notice! - Stimulus Savings Available
Submitted on 2010-01-31 by Jana Rosier
It's all over the news, with the passage of the federal stimulus bill there's money available to help many Americans weatherize homes and make energy efficiency improvements. But how can residents in our service area connect with these resources? Osage Valley Electric is ready to help as the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 goes into effect.
"The state of our economy has left many Osage Valley members searching for ways to make ends meet," explains Jon McClure, General Manager of Osage Valley Electric. "Making the most of each energy dollar is high on everyone's list of concerns. We're ready to help explain which parts of the stimulus bill may affect you, especially if you're considering energy efficiency improvements."
Investing in a few basic measures to secure a home from outside elements could provide major benefits. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) says weatherization-the process of sealing air leaks and properly insulating a home-can reduce heating bills by up to 32%, resulting in an average energy savings of $358 per year.