Published: January 18, 2011
Chicagoland Natural Gas Savings Program Impacts Chicago Homeowners' Wallets and Energy Efficiency
CHICAGO - (BUSINESS WIRE) - The Chicagoland Natural Gas Savings Program has provided more than $2
million in rebates, saved more than 800,000 therms of natural gas and
prevented more than 7.5 million pounds of carbon dioxide from entering
the atmosphere for 4,000 projects since 2008. The energy savings is the
equivalent to the annual greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 650
vehicles. In 2011, the program will continue to offer rebates to Chicago
homeowners for installing energy efficient natural gas heating equipment
and attic installation in their homes.
"This year, thousands of families will replace their older model natural
gas equipment," said Meena Beyers, Chicagoland Natural Gas Savings
Program representative. "We want to ensure they select energy efficient
models and take advantage of the rebates available though the program."
Homeowners can visit www.ChicagolandeRebates.com
to get all the information they need to select the right project and
equipment that qualifies for the program, hire a contractor and submit
their application for a rebate.
Rebates from the Chicagoland Natural Gas Savings Program range from $50
to $850 and vary according to the project. In addition to rebates on
energy efficient heating equipment, participants can earn incentives for
completing attic insulation projects. Many older homes in Chicago are
not equipped with attic insulation, which can cause loss of heat within
the home and increase the use of natural gas. Attic insulation is one of
the easiest and most affordable ways to make your home more energy
efficient and comfortable.
About the Chicagoland Natural Gas Savings
Program
Funded by the ratepayers of Peoples Gas through a line item on the
bill called the Enhanced Efficiency Program, the Chicagoland Natural Gas
Savings Program offers rebates to customers, encouraging them to make
energy-efficient improvements to their homes, apartments and businesses.
The Chicagoland Natural Gas Savings Program is managed by Peoples Gas,
the Citizens Utility Board, the City of Chicago Department of
Environment, the Environmental Law and Policy Center, and the Illinois
Attorney General's Office. Consumers may apply for rebates and tax
credits through the Chicagoland Natural Gas Savings Program website at www.ChicagolandRebates.com.
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