Gulf Power customers are quickly signing up for a host of new EarthCents programs to help make their homes and businesses more energy efficient. One program was so popular it filled up in one day.

 

“One of our solar energy programs has already filled up for the year,” said Jeff Rogers, Gulf Power spokesperson. “But savings are still available for our solar water heating program and many others.”

 

Other EarthCents programs have followed suit. The utility’s variable-speed pool pump program has already received 70 applications. In addition, since June 20, 400 customers have participated in the Gulf Power HVAC tune-up program, and for the month of June, more than 900 customers completed Energy Checkups, either online or in person.

 

 “Helping our customers save money by buying energy wisely is important to Gulf Power, and these new programs can help,” said Rogers. “These new incentives make energy efficiency more affordable than ever and it’s easy to apply.”

 

EarthCents programs feature something for every customer from homeowners to renters and business owners. Every customer can complete a free Energy-Check Up online or request an energy expert to come on site to help identify ways to save energy and money.

 

Customers can learn more about these offers and apply for incentives at www.gulfpower.com/earthcents.

 

EarthCents Programs

 

Incentives for homeowners and renters

·         Free energy use analysis with an Energy Checkup available online, by phone, or in person at the home

·         Maintenance and upgrades for central heating and cooling systems

·         Energy efficient heat pump water heater

·         ENERGY STAR^® qualified, low E windows and window film

·         Additional insulation in existing homes

·         ENERGY STAR^® qualified reflective roofing products

·         Variable speed, high efficiency pool pump

·         Free energy management system and discounted rates with Energy Select

·         ENERGY STAR^® appliances: refrigerator; freezer; window AC unit; clothes washer

·         Free pickup and recycling of older, inefficient refrigerators and freezers used as secondary appliances

·         Low-cost, off-peak rates for charging electric vehicle

 

Renewable energy incentives

·         Solar thermal water heater in a residence

·         Solar photovoltaic (PV) system in homes or small businesses (2012 reservations beginning in October)

 

Incentives for businesses

·         Free, in-depth energy analysis of a commercial building or an industrial facility and its associated energy systems

·         Upgrading and maintenance for existing HVAC systems, as well as incentives for system upgrades including heat pump or geothermal

·         High efficiency heat pump water heating systems

·         ENERGY STAR^® qualified, low E window film

·         Additional ceiling insulation in existing buildings

·         ENERGY STAR^® qualified reflective roofing products Energy efficient fluorescent and LED lighting and occupancy sensors

·         Premium-efficiency motors

·         ENERGY STAR^® qualified electric kitchen equipment including convection ovens, fryers, griddles, steamers, holding cabinets, and ice machines

 

 

For more details and qualification requirements, visit www.gulfpower.com/earthcents or call 1-877-655-4001.

 

Gulf Power Company is an investor-owned electric utility with all of its common stock owned by Atlanta-based Southern Company. Gulf Power serves more than 430,000 customers in 10 counties throughout Northwest Florida. The company’s mission is to safely deliver affordable, reliable and environmentally responsible energy to very satisfied customers in strong communities. Visit our website at www.gulfpower.com.