Allison, Iowa. Oct., 1, 2009—Iowa residents, including families and individuals served by Butler County REC, are about to discover that saving energy and money really is as easy as a twist of the wrist.
From Oct. 1 through Dec. 31, 2009, co-op members are eligible for special pricing that will allow them to purchase ENERGY STAR® qualified compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) for as little as $0.99 at participating retailers. (Limit 12 bulbs per customer, while supplies last.)
The compact fluorescent rebate program is held in conjunction with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) national ENERGY STAR “Change a Light” campaign.
For more information about ENERGY STAR qualified CFLs, or to find participating retailers, call (800) 339-6856 or visit www.iowachangealight.com.
ENERGY STAR qualified CFLs use up to 75 percent less electricity than standard incandescent light bulbs, last up to 10 times longer, and offer improved safety by producing about 75 percent less heat. By replacing the five most-used bulbs in a home with energy-efficient CFLs, families can save $35 in energy costs during the first year alone.
“At Butler County REC we are continually trying to find ways to help members improve the energy efficiency in their homes,” said Butler County REC representative Craig Codner, energy efficiency and key account manager. “We’re proud to be a part of a program that encourages members, for a very low cost, to make a difference.”
Today’s CFLs produce bright, warm light at less cost to consumers and businesses because they use less electricity and last longer than incandescent bulbs, saving time and money on replacements. With the wide range of CFL shapes, sizes, and styles now on the market, consumers can find an energy-efficient bulb for every situation and enjoy reduced energy costs all year long.
“Becoming part of the solution to global climate change takes less time and effort than people might think. We can all start by taking simple steps like changing a light or looking for the ENERGY STAR label when we purchase new products,” said Kathleen Hogan, director of the Climate Protection Partnerships Division at the EPA. “Together, we can make a difference and protect our environment through simple everyday actions.”
About ENERGY STAR
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency introduced the ENERGY STAR program in 1992 as a voluntary market-based partnership to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through increased energy efficiency. Today, ENERGY STAR offers businesses and consumers energy-efficient solutions to save energy and money and to help protect the environment for future generations. More than 12,000 organizations partner with ENERGY STAR to improve the energy efficiency of products, homes, buildings, and businesses. For more information about ENERGY STAR, visit www.energystar.gov or call toll-free 1-888-STAR-YES (1-888-782-7937).