In conjunction with TVA, MLGW launched a community-based, pilot program called EnergySmart Memphis in 2007. EnergySmart Memphis focuses on customers to use less energy by addressing factors that affect high utility bills such as the age of the housing stock, the condition of energy-using equipment, the level of insulation and the homeowner's financial ability to make repairs.MLGW offers workshops throughout Shelby County that focus on teaching energy basics. TVA funds these hands-on demonstrations and provides tool kits that include weatherization materials, energy-efficient light bulbs and other items.
Since its inception, 1,750 customers have attended 44 EnergySmart workshops. MLGW hopes to interact with 4,000 more customers through expanded workshop offerings over the next 12 months.
In addition, MLGW has set aside $1 million to weatherize up to 300 homes of customers identified by MIFA and CSA who meet federal poverty guidelines. Pending Memphis City Council approval, up to $3,000 per home will be available for a number of improvements that include fixing pipes, heating and ventilation systems, water heating repairs, weatherstripping doors and installing programmable thermostats. Making these kinds of improvements can result in a significant decrease in electric, gas and water usage, which means lower utility bills.
For more information on EnergySmart Memphis or to schedule a workshop, call (901) 528-4444 or visit www.mlgw.com.
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