ATLANTA, July 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- While summer's
heat has moderated recently, Georgia experienced temperatures reaching into
the 90s in many parts of the state earlier this summer. Georgia
Power is reminding customers that the company offers energy
assistance programs to those in need of help paying or reducing
those early summer energy bills.
Assistance when you need it
Georgia Power
offers energy assistance programs in communities across
Georgia and has established
partnerships with nonprofits, community and faith-based
organizations to assist income-qualifying customers with their
energy costs. The company's programs are offered to help meet the
changing needs of customers across the state and proactively
identify solutions to meet their specific needs and help determine
eligibility for utility assistance and programs:
- Georgia Power's Income-Qualified Senior Citizen Discount
– Georgia Power customers 65 years of age or older who meet the
income requirements for eligibility can receive up to $24 a month off their bill.
- HopeWorks – HopeWorks and Georgia Power
offer senior residential customers valuable information on ways to
save money on their energy bill while keeping their homes
comfortable and efficient. Income-eligible seniors can receive a
complimentary in-home assessment analyzing potential energy-saving
opportunities, followed by a free home energy improvement service
performed by a participating program contractor.
- The Salvation Army's Project SHARE – Established in
partnership with The Salvation Army, Georgia Power customers can
provide assistance to residents in the same community for expenses,
such as utility bills, housing, food and medical necessities.
Customers can donate $1, 2, 5 or
$10 on their monthly bill to support
their neighbors in need. Georgia Power matches $1.50 for each dollar donated up to $1.5 million.
Customers can learn more about the company's energy assistance
programs and apply at www.GeorgiaPower.com/EnergyAssistance.
Tips, tools & resources
Georgia Power
offers efficiency tips and tools that can help all customers save
money and energy throughout the year. Hundreds of easy energy tips,
whether you own a home or rent, are available at
www.GeorgiaPower.com/EnergyEfficiency.
Simple summer tips to save money and energy include:
- Think Thermostat – Heating and cooling costs make up
nearly half of your average power bill. Set manual thermostats to
78°F in the summer for peak efficiency and make the most of
programmable thermostats, which help decrease energy use based on
your lifestyle. Each degree cooler can increase your bill by
4%.
- Use your Fans – Using a ceiling fan costs only
about $1.50 a month and will help you
feel cooler without having to adjust your thermostat.
- Air Vents – To maintain consistent temperatures
throughout your home, keep air vents and registers clear of
obstructions such as furniture, curtains and rugs.
- Trim Plants and Change Filters – To ensure your unit
receives proper air flow, change any filters and trim plants around
your outside unit.
- Food Storage - Set your refrigerator thermostat between
35°F and 38°F, and your freezer to 0°F to run at peak efficiency -
but be careful not to over fill!
- Heat in the Kitchen – Reduce the temperature inside your
home by cooking food in the microwave or stove top instead of the
oven when possible. Match pots and pans to the burner size to
minimize heat loss. Use lids on pots to keep in heat.
Additionally, Georgia Power's My Power Usage program, a
free service connected to Georgia Power online accounts, allows
customers to track their daily energy use online, project their
monthly bill and stay within a set energy budget.
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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