{"version":"1.0","provider_name":"Citizens Utility Board","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.citizensutilityboard.org","title":"CUB prize winner practices efficiency for the savings\u2013but even more for the planet | Citizens Utility Board","type":"rich","width":600,"height":338,"html":"<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"Lz5JsXXH2R\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.citizensutilityboard.org\/blog\/2022\/06\/06\/cub-prize-winner-practices-efficiency-for-the-savings-but-even-more-for-the-planet\/\">CUB prize winner practices efficiency for the savings\u2013but even more for the planet<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" src=\"https:\/\/www.citizensutilityboard.org\/blog\/2022\/06\/06\/cub-prize-winner-practices-efficiency-for-the-savings-but-even-more-for-the-planet\/embed\/#?secret=Lz5JsXXH2R\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" title=\"&#8220;CUB prize winner practices efficiency for the savings\u2013but even more for the planet&#8221; &#8212; Citizens Utility Board\" data-secret=\"Lz5JsXXH2R\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\"><\/iframe><script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n\/* <![CDATA[ *\/\n\/*! 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Thanks to everyone who participated.\u00a0 Here\u2019s what Jim said about his experience with ComEd\u2019s Air Conditioning Cycling Program:\u00a0 \u201cAC Cycling is great&#8230;Last summer, with net metering and AC cycling, my bills were only $5 for the four summer months.\u201d Jim also told us about his commitment to fighting climate change through energy efficiency:\u00a0 \u201cOne of my first priorities in doing anything is energy efficiency. We have one world to live in and I try to do what I can to help preserve that world. Important to both pocketbook and the environment, but the environment is primary to me.\u201d Below you will find some of the energy efficiency programs listed to assist you as we enter an expensive summer for many Illinois consumers. Saving Energy, Saving Money Ameren\u00a0 Multi-Family Energy Efficiency Program\u00a0 Buildings with 3 or more residential units powered by Ameren are eligible for free energy-saving products, which may include LED light bulbs, smart thermostats and more. This program is available to multi-family properties, regardless of the income of the owner or occupants. Income Qualified Home Savers Assessment Program (Single Family) Ameren customers who meet income requirements based on household size qualify for a free home energy audit, which may include free energy-saving measures. Rebates and Incentives Ameren provides rebates on some energy efficient equipment and appliances, such as smart thermostats (sign up to receive a $100 coupon), heat pumps and air conditioners. ComEd Home Energy Assessment\u00a0 If you are a ComEd residential customer, you may be eligible for a free Home Energy Assessment. During the assessment, an Energy Advisor will do a walk-through of your home, finding ways to make it more energy efficient. Virtual home assessments are also available. Multi-family property owners\/managers can schedule their assessment here.\u00a0 Income Eligible Programs\u00a0 ComEd also offers programs specifically for income qualified single-family and multi-family property owners. You may qualify to receive free weatherization improvements and free installation of energy-saving products. Rebates and Extra Savings ComEd offers rebates for qualifying energy-efficient appliances, home products and heating and cooling equipment. Note: ComEd&#8217;s Marketplace allows you to buy energy-saving products on the spot.\u00a0 Reducing Demand, Reducing Your Bills Peak Time Programs Both ComEd and Ameren offer programs that credit customers for reducing electricity use during certain \u201cpeak\u201d times, usually hot summer afternoons when electricity demand is highest. CUB supports the program because it carries no cost and customers can earn money off their bill while helping to reduce stress on the grid. Ultimately, these programs can help reduce power prices for everyone, because they reduce demand.\u00a0 ComEd&#8217;s program is called Peak Time Savings and Ameren&#8217;s is called Peak Time Rewards.\u00a0\u00a0 A\/C Cycling You can help reduce electricity demand \u2013 and earn automatic credits on your bill \u2013 by signing up for ComEd\u2019s Central Air Conditioning [&hellip;]","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/www.citizensutilityboard.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/CUB_IL_LogoBadgeRGBAdminLogo.png","thumbnail_width":254,"thumbnail_height":254}