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Two Illinois consumer groups are teaming up with Ameren and state lawmakers to encourage residents to use energy efficiently. This comes on the first day of summer, and after a string of days with temperatures above 90 degrees. The Environmental Law and Policy Center and Citizens Utility Board say setting thermostats to 78 degrees is one way to reduce energy usage and save consumers money. Environmental Law attorney Robert Kelter says using programmable thermostats is also a valuable option: "Long term, EPA estimates that just by using a programmable thermostat customers are doing the equivalent of taking three cars off the road," says Kelter.
"So, these programmable thermostats make a big difference both in your pocketbook and for the environment. And with the money we save and the pollution we prevent, energy efficiency is really a win win".
Kelter says programmable thermostats typically cost less than 50 dollars and can save a household 200 dollars a year for the next decade. Ameren is offering a 25 dollar rebate for those who purchase the devices. More information is available at www.actonenergy.com. |
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