ATLANTA, April 22, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- This Earth Day, as Georgians consider ways to "go
green," Georgia Power is encouraging customers to consider simple
improvements around the house which can result in lower energy
usage and increased savings year round. The company works year
round to put the power of energy efficiency in the hands of
customers through customized programs such as the online My
Power Usage program and in-home, in-person energy audits.
Georgia Power's Top 5 Home Energy Efficiency Tips this
Earth Day are:
- Seal Ductwork – Gaps in joints/connections in
HVAC ductwork can cause heating and cooling bills to increase by as
much as 20 to 30 percent.
- Insulate Attics – Properly insulating your attic can
save up to 20 percent on heating and cooling costs.
- Install Programmable Thermostats – Using advanced
thermostats to set and automatically adjust your home's
temperature settings when you're away or sleeping can help you save
up to $100 a year.
- Recycle Old Refrigerators & Freezers – Recycling
old, secondary refrigerators and freezers can save up to
$150 a year in energy costs and you
could earn a $50 rebate from Georgia
Power.
- Look for the Logo – When replacing appliances, look for
the Energy Star® logo as certified appliances use up to 40
percent less energy and water than standard models.
Georgia Power also places a focus on community service on
Earth Day. Statewide, Georgia Power
employees are marking the day by participating in environmental
service projects as part of the company's commitment to the
environment and to the communities in which employees live and
work. Service projects range from planting flowers and landscaping
at a local elementary school in Macon to distributing energy-efficient CFL
bulbs in Atlanta to cleaning
streams and roadsides in Gainesville.
About Georgia Power
Georgia Power is the largest
subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), one of the nation's
largest generators of electricity. Value, Reliability, Customer
Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the company's
promise to 2.4 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, advanced coal and
natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and
wind. Consistently recognized as a leader in customer service,
Georgia Power was recently ranked highest in overall business
customer satisfaction among large utilities in the South by J.D.
Power and Associates. For more information, visit
www.GeorgiaPower.com and connect with the company on Facebook
(Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower) and Twitter
(Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower).
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