KPUB Hosts Fall Community Energy Saving & Assistance Event
Learn how to save energy and money—and even qualify for free home improvements—at the upcoming Community Weatherization & Assistance Event on Thursday, November 7, 2024, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Dietert Center.
Team members from Kerrville Public Utility Board (KPUB) & Alamo Area Council of Governments (AACOG) will be present to discuss:
- AACOG’s free energy-saving home improvement funding (for those who meet income and eligibility requirements)
- KPUB’s home energy-saving tips and free energy audits
- KPUB’s rebates for energy-efficient home improvements
- KPUB’s community solar rate for low-to-moderate-income households (Customers save an average of $100 on their electric bills through this discounted rate—no equipment installation required!).
KPUB will offer free blanket kits equipped with weather stripping (while supplies last) and will host a drawing for a free Smart Nest Thermostat. Attendees will also receive complimentary refreshments.
“Our KPUB staff and community partners are excited to connect customers with available resources to help them save energy and money,” said Allison Bueché, KPUB’s Director of Customer & Community Relations. “The cheapest form of energy is energy that’s not used!”
AACOG’s Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) offers free funding for weatherization improvements for qualifying households. These improvements help reduce energy usage and create long-term savings on utility bills.
Eligible upgrades include insulation, new gas water heaters, space heaters, HVAC systems, window air conditioners, window repairs, and weather-stripping to prevent air leaks. However, the program does not cover major home repairs, and the property must be structurally sound to qualify. The program is open to both renters and homeowners and offers upgrades that can save money by making homes more energy-efficient.
AACOG will be accepting and processing applications for the WAP onsite. To apply, attendees will need proof of income, U.S. citizenship and identification for all household members, along with a current utility bill.