ATLANTA, June 17, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- As sustained
high temperatures in Georgia drive
energy use up, Georgia Power is reminding customers that focusing
on energy efficiency can help keep their homes cool and reduce the
impact of the hot weather on power bills. As part of continued
efforts to help customers save energy and money, the company has
made it easy to find energy solutions and expertise at
www.GeorgiaPower.com and is sharing tips and advice throughout the
summer on Twitter using the hashtags #HotWeatherTip and
#SaveEnergy.
Summer-specific tips from Georgia Power include:
- Insulate, Insulate, Insulate – Insulating attics, floors
and walls is one of the most effective ways to keep cool air inside
your home.
- Thermostats – Set your thermostat at 78 degrees in the
summer. You can expect a 3 to 4 percent increase in energy use for
each degree lower it is set.
- Close the Blinds – Keeping the blinds and shades closed
during the day is a no-cost way to keep your home cooler.
- Ceiling Fans – Moving air can feel 3 to 5 degrees cooler
than non-moving air and can save you 3 percent on cooling
costs.
- Have Your A/C Serviced – Having a professional inspect
your system annually will ensure proper operation and keep it
running as efficiently as possible.
Georgia Power offers rebates and incentives to help make energy
efficiency improvements around the house even more valuable, as
well as other services at www.GeorgiaPower.com/save including a
free online energy checkup and the ability to schedule a free
in-home energy audit. Additionally, the company'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 by
signing up for account notifications.
Even with energy efficiency and careful planning, higher
temperatures can mean higher bills. If customers need assistance
paying their bill, Georgia Power is here to help. The company works
with customers to coordinate payment arrangements and can connect
them with community organizations which may be able to help them
pay their bill. Additional information about bill payment
assistance is available at www.GeorgiaPower.com/assistance, via
phone at 888-660-5890 or by visiting a local Georgia Power
office.
About Georgia Power
Georgia Power is the largest subsidiary of Southern Company
(NYSE: SO), the premier energy company serving the Southeast
through its subsidiaries. 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, renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind, as
well as a variety of energy efficiency programs. 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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