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Replace or clean furnace filters regularly and get a furnace tune-up. Keeping your furnace clean, lubricated, and properly adjusted can save up to 5% on heating costs.
Replace your old, inefficient furnace with an ENERGY STAR qualified model. Take advantage of utility rebates of $200 to $300 - use up to 20% less energy this winter*.
Install a programmable thermostat. On cold days, set the thermostat to 68°F when you are home (health permitting), and lower when you are away. Lowering the temperature three to five degrees can save you 10% to 20% on heating costs.
Install proper ceiling, wall, and attic insulation and weather-strip doors and windows to save up to 25% on heating costs. Take advantage of duct sealing and leakage testing incentives up to $600*.
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Natural gas water heaters typically account for about 34% of the average gas bill. In winter your water heater works harder because colder water takes more energy to heat.
Choose an energy efficient water heater and qualify for a $30 rebate*. Adjust your water heater thermostat to 120°F or less and save 10% to 15% on water heating costs.
Replace your older clothes washer with a qualifying high-efficiency model, which uses 35% to 50% less water. Many of these new models qualify for $35 to $75 rebates. Wash in cold water to save even more.
Install low-flow showerheads to conserve water and save 5% to 10% on water heating costs. Showers can account for up to 50% of your hot water usage.
Purchase an ENERGY STAR qualified dishwasher and run it only when it is full. Use the air-dry option instead of the heat-dry. Check and clean the dishwasher drain.
- Funding for rebates is limited and may be subject to change or termination without prior notice.
The City is pursuing a leadership role in energy efficiency, establishing savings opportunities for both residents and businesses. On November 5, 2007, the City Council approved an agreement that created an Energy Efficiency Partnership with Southern California Edison. Together we are providing access to programs that will save energy, lower energy costs to residents and businesses, and help the environment.
Some of the partnership programs and events will include:Refrigerator/freezer pick-up. If you are a Southern California Edison residential or business customer and have a working (cooling) 10 - 27 cubic feet appliance at your service address, you are eligible for this pick-up and rebate program. Residents and businesses will receive rebates
Free lamp exchange events.The City of Santa Ana periodically holds torchiere lamp exchange events. Bring your old inefficient torchiere lamps and exchange them for new energy efficient lamps. The City will publicize the events in advance.
Free Home Energy Surveys. The Partnership is currently providing free Home Energy Surveys. When you choose to participate, experts from SCE will visit your home and make energy-saving recommendations on your use of electricity, water, and natural gas - all at no cost.
Small business lighting retrofits. Replacement of inefficient lighting and exit signs worth up to $5,000 per business will be offered – at no cost. Qualifying SCE business customers can receive: FREE Energy Saving Analysis FREE Energy Efficient Products FREE Product Installation An energy expert contracted by SCE will come to your facility to identify energy savings opportunities. You will receive free installation and energy efficiency products. For more information about the program and participation, call 800-736-4777 or 800-332-5483, extension 115.Participation in local community events. The Partnership will participate in a variety of local community events and provide public education information and giveaways to attendees. Training and workshops on energy efficiency. Professionals, businesses, and individuals are invited to participate in energy efficiency training and workshops conducted by SCE that will occur throughout the year.
We encourage you to watch for and participate in these programs. Learn how they will help you to save energy, save money and help the environment. Please join our partnership in making a difference! The City of Santa Ana's Commitment to Energy Efficiency The City of Santa Ana has taken many steps during the last five years to improve its Energy Efficiency with the goal of being a role-model for residents, businesses and other municipalities. In 2003, the City implemented a number of retrofits in its municipal buildings investing $2,887,118 in energy conservation measures. These retrofits created:1,848,109 annual kilowatt savings, 7,414 annual therm savings, 88,620 units of chilled water savings, and 193,200 pounds of annual steam Since 2003, the City has invested an additional $2,324,000 upgrading the our water wells with energy efficient motors and pumps. The City also participates in annual efficiency pump testing with Southern California Edison. This creates an estimated annual savings of 3,627,442 kWh.
In June 2008, the City, through a Request for Qualifications process, hired Siemens Corporation to develop Final Engineering Plans for new energy efficiency projects in city facilities and parks. In the later part of 2008 the City Council will consider the project, and if approved, the project will include retrofitting lamps at City parks, a variety of energy efficiency improvements at municipal buildings, and may include a solar energy component. This will create potential savings of:
383,493 kWh at City parks 1,888,786 kWh at municipal buildings From 2009 through 2011 the City expects to spend $1,190,000 for the installation of additional energy efficient motors in City water wells and for well rehabilitation improvements. This will create an estimated annual savings of 1,111,000 kWh per year.
The City is presently developing guidelines for a new Strategic Energy and Resource Protection Plan (Plan). The Plan will identify and target new opportunities to create long-term energy savings, reduce peak load, generate solar power and expand energy efficiency measures in innovative ways throughout the City.
Energy Efficiency Tips For The Home And Office Save Energy at Home Save natural gas and fight global warming this winter. Help take the equivalent of 400,000 cars off the road and save up to 60% on your heating costs. Heating Home heating can account for more than half of your energy bill. Follow these simple tips to save money, energy, and the environment this winter.Replace or clean furnace filters regularly and get a furnace tune-up. Keeping your furnace clean, lubricated, and properly adjusted can save up to 5% on heating costs. Replace your old, inefficient furnace with an ENERGY STAR qualified model. Take advantage of utility rebates of $200 to $300 - use up to 20% less energy this winter*.
Install a programmable thermostat. On cold days, set the thermostat to 68°F when you are home (health permitting), and lower when you are away. Lowering the temperature three to five degreesChoose an energy efficient water heater and qualify for a $30 rebate*. Adjust your water heater thermostat to 120°F or less and save 10% to 15% on water heating costs. Replace your older clothes washer with a qualifying high-efficiency model, which uses 35% to 50% less water. Many of these new models qualify for $35 to $75 rebates. Wash in cold water to save even more.
Install low-flow showerheads to conserve water and save 5% to 10% on water heating costs. Showers can account for up to 50% of your hot water usage. Purchase an ENERGY STAR qualified dishwasher and run it only when it is full. Use the air-dry option instead of the heat-dry. Check and clean the dishwasher drain. * - Funding for rebates is limited and may be subject to change or termination without prior notice.
California businesses collectively spend more than $15 billion a year on heating, cooling, lighting, and other energy costs. You and your co-workers can help reduce the operating costs of your business this winter.
During the DaySet programmable thermostates to turn heating on 30 minutes before people arrive and off 30 to 60 minutes before they leave. Set them no higher than 68°F during occupied periods in the winter. Turn off lights in offices, conference areas and lunchrooms when rooms are not in use. Use task lighting instead of overhead lighting. Replace high-use incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent light bulbs. CFLs use 75% less electricity to produce the same amount of light.
Dress comfortably for the weather. Adjust your layers before adjusting the thermostat. Keep windows and doors closed to prevent loss of heated air. Open your drapes and shades during the day, allowing the sun to warm your office. Encourage your employer to regularly perform maintenance on heating and ventilation systems to keep them running efficiently. Before You Leave Work
Unplug electronic devices when they are not in use. Plug everything into a power strip and switch it off after shutting down equipment. Close drapes and shades to limit the amount of heat that escapes. Set thermostats no higher than 63°F during off-work hours. Turn off all printers, copiers and fax machines, kitchen equipment, and lights. Shut down computers when possible. Be sure to turn off monitors.