As winter approaches, we know high energy prices are going to be hitting our households. One of the best things we can do as Alaskans to stretch our family dollars further is to save energy – at home and on the road. That’s why I signed a proclamation designating September as “Energy Efficiency Month” here in Alaska. Using energy more efficiently doesn’t necessarily mean you have to sacrifice your quality of life. It’s the little things, like making sure lights, computers and appliances are turned off. Or slowing down on the road and avoiding rapid acceleration and braking. Just by observing the posted speed limits, you can save the equivalent of 50 cents a gallon of gasoline, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. Although conservation is not the total solution, it is key to the reduction of what is paid for energy bills. Everyone can take action to conserve. Several helpful programs are available: AHFC Weatherization Program, and for low income residents, LIHEAP offers assistance with weatherization. Additional assistance may be available through local programs. AHFC now has two programs to help Alaskans reduce energy bills on their homes. The objective of both programs is to make a home more energy efficient. Under the Home Energy Rebate Program homeowners who want to make their own energy efficiency improvements on their home can receive a rebate for some or all of their expenditures. The Home Energy Rebate Program has no income requirements. See more below. The second program is the expanded Weatherization Program, available to Alaskans who meet certain income and eligibility guidelines. General information on both of these programs is also available by calling The Home Energy Rebate & Weatherization Hotline at 1-877-325-2508 (statewide except Anchorage). In Anchorage call 330-8300. I encourage all Alaskans to join me this September as we make energy efficiency a more important part of our daily lives. Below is the link to AHFC weatherization: http://www.ahfc.state.ak.us/energy/weatherization_rebates.cfm For other energy ideas and information visit the Alaska Energy Authority page: http://www.akenergyauthority.org/

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