Georgia Power offers energy efficiency programs to help customers reduce the impact of hot weather on power bills

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Georgia Power has launched various energy efficiency programs aimed at assisting residential customers in managing their energy usage and reducing power bills, particularly during hot summer months. These programs include free online energy checkups, rebates for energy-efficient improvements, and assistance for income-qualified customers. Notable offerings are the Home Energy Improvement Program and Refrigerator Recycling that can save customers an average of $125 annually. Georgia Power is committed to providing value and reliable service to 2.6 million customers across Georgia.

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• Introduction of various energy efficiency programs for residential customers.
• Free online energy checkup offering customized savings reports.
• Rebates available through the Home Energy Improvement Program.
• Assistance for income-qualified customers with no-cost energy efficiency upgrades.
• Recycling program saving customers an average of $125 per year.

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ATLANTA, July 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Georgia Power finds many Georgians are unfamiliar with new and existing energy efficiency programs available for residential customers. These offerings can help Georgia Power customers improve the efficiency of their homes to better manage energy usage and power bills, especially in the hot summer months.

While some of the programs offer no-cost tools and resources or rebates to any customers, others are tailored to income-qualified customers, and even provide no-cost home improvements to improve comfort and efficiency year-round for customers least able to afford efficiency upgrades.

Energy efficiency programs for the home include:

• Conduct a free, online energy checkup – Take a quick and easy online energy checkup that provides a customized energy usage report and ways to save money. Visit www.GeorgiaPower.com/EnergyCheckUp to get started.
• Home Energy Improvement Program (HEIP) – The Home Energy Improvement Program (HEIP) helps Georgia Power customers reduce energy use, save on energy costs and improve the indoor air quality and comfort of their homes. Residential customers can earn rebates from Georgia Power for implementing and installing qualifying energy savings improvements.
• Home Energy Efficiency Assistance Program (HEEAP) – The Home Energy Efficiency Assistance Program (HEEAP) helps eligible income-qualified customers make free energy efficiency improvements in their single-family home. At no cost to the customer, a program contractor performs the recommended energy efficiency upgrades. Customers can learn more and apply at www.GeorgiaPower.com/HEEAP.
• Lighting Program – Customers can replace their incandescent bulbs with LED bulbs to use 90% less energy. Each bulb can save an average of $80 in electricity costs over its lifetime.
• Recycle Your Refrigerator with Georgia Power – By recycling a secondary refrigerator or freezer, customers can save an average of $125 in energy costs per year. In addition, through Georgia Power's program, customers can earn $35 and have their working, secondary refrigerator picked up for free.

The company also provides hundreds of easy energy-saving tips for both homeowners and renters at: www.GeorgiaPower.com/EnergyEfficiency.

About Georgia Power
Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the company is recognized by J.D. Power as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeorgiaPower.com and connect with the company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power).

 

 

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FAQ

What energy efficiency programs does Georgia Power offer for residential customers?

Georgia Power offers programs like free online energy checkups, the Home Energy Improvement Program for rebates, and the Home Energy Efficiency Assistance Program for no-cost upgrades.

How can customers reduce their power bills during hot weather with Georgia Power's programs?

Customers can utilize energy checkups, receive rebates for energy-efficient improvements, and participate in recycling programs to reduce electricity costs.

What are the benefits of the Home Energy Improvement Program provided by Georgia Power?

The Home Energy Improvement Program offers rebates for energy-saving improvements and helps reduce energy usage and costs while enhancing indoor air quality.

What is the average energy savings from replacing incandescent bulbs with LEDs through Georgia Power?

Customers can save around $80 in electricity costs over the lifetime of each LED bulb by replacing incandescent bulbs.

Is there any program for income-qualified customers offered by Georgia Power?

Yes, the Home Energy Efficiency Assistance Program provides no-cost energy efficiency upgrades for eligible income-qualified customers.