Small changes can protect the environment for our children and save money. There are a number of federal and state specific resources, services, and assistance programs available to you. The programs offer a host of benefits ranging from energy rebate programs and tax credits to transportation services. PRC^ Urban Environmental Program EPA New England Region 1 5 Post Office Square - Suite 100 Boston. MA 02109-3912 www.epa.gov/regionl/eco/uep EPA Region 1 Resources, Services and Assistance Programs Connecticut Tools and information to help you reduce energy use and save money ^P.ONMCa, ------- Federal Energy Programs Home Energy Saver The Home Energy Saver is a do-it-yourself energy audit tool that helps identify ways to reduce energy use and save money in your home or apartment. Benefits: Resident receives increasingly customized results along with energy^saving upgrade recommendations. Cost: FREE! Contact: 1-877-EERE-INF www.hes.lbl.gov or www.homeenergysaver.lbl.gov EnergyWise The EnergyWise program provides home energy audits for residential customers, condominium associations, and apartment building owners. Benefits: Incentives and low-interest loans are available to help pay for improved insulation and the installation of ENERGY STAR lighting and refrigerators. Cost: FREE! Contact: 1-888-633-7947 Federal Tax Credits for Advanced Vehicles The federal government offers a personal tax credit for purchasing a new energy-efficient car Contact: www.fueleconomy.gov or www.irs.gov nns Residential Energy Resources Summer Saver Rewards Program All customers of The Connecticut Light and Power Com- pany and The United Illuminating Company are eligible to receive a credit of 10%, 15% or 20% on the genera- tion portion of their electric bill by reducing the amount of electricity used this summer. Benefits: Credits will be applied to customers account during the November billing period. For more information call: 1-877-WISE-USE Room Air Conditioner Turn-In A room air conditioner turn-in program. Benefits: Rebates ranging from $25 to $500 for the replacement of older, inefficient room air conditioners and central air conditioning systems with Energy Star rated models. For more information call: 1-877-WISE-USE The Connecticut Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) Winter Heating Assistance Program to reduce costs for eligible households. Eligibility: Certain income guidelines apply. Benefits: Up to $675 for vulnerable households and up to $645 for non vulnerable households may be available. Contact: www.ct.gov/dss Contingency Heating Assistance Program (CHAP) Eligibility: Homeowners with higher incomes than would qualify for the CEAP. Contact: www.ct.gov/dss Transportation Services Transit Fares for using public transportation can be reduced, based on different programs and eligibil- ity requirements. Visit the state of Connecticut's transit website for additional information on reduced fares. Contact: www.cttransit.com Park & Ride Safe, convenient place to park your car & transfer to a prior-arranged carpool, vanpool, bus or train. Contact: Visit Google Earth for Park & Ride locations http://earth.google.com/ Easy Street A state-wide commuter van service sponsored by CT Dept of Transportation offers 300 state routes daily serving 3,000 riders. Benefits: Reduced cost, convenience, flexibility Contact: 1-800-972-3279 www.easystreet.org Carpooling Save gas and lessen pollution by sharing rides as well as save time by using HOV lanes. j m ------- |