Grand Marais residents are about to discover that saving energy and money really is easy, thanks to Grand Marais Public Utilities.
City customers are eligible for reduced pricing on ENERGY STAR® qualified compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) at participating retailers. There is a limit of 12 bulbs per customer, while supplies last.
Energy Star rated CFLs use up to 75 percent less electricity than standard incandescent light bulbs, last up to 10 times longer, and produce about 75 percent less heat than incandescents, improving safety. By replacing the five most-used bulbs in a home with energy-efficient CFLs, families can save about $35 in energy costs during the first year alone.
While these financial savings are a big draw for consumers, CFLs offer environmental benefits as well. “We want to do our part to reduce our country’s greenhouse gas emissions and make our community a little greener,” said Grand Marais Utility Administrative Specialist Jan Smith. “We’re proud to spread the word about the difference that individuals in our community can make by taking energy-saving steps at home and in the workplace.”
Today’s CFLs produce bright light at less cost to consumers and businesses because they use less electricity and last longer than incandescent bulbs, saving time and money on replacements. With the wide range of CFL shapes, sizes and styles now on the market, consumers can find an energy-efficient bulb for every situation and enjoy reduced energy costs all year long.
Funding for this discounted pricing is provided by Grand Marais Public Utilities and Southern Minnesota Municipal Power Agency. For more information about ENERGY STAR qualified CFLs, as well as other opportunities to save energy, lower your utility bill and help the environment, visit www.SaveEnergyInGrandMarais.com.
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