charleston wise may 10 2011
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Charleston Green CommitteeMay 10, 2011
Get Energy Wise with CharlestonWISE!
CharlestonWISE is a collaboration:
City of Charleston
The Sustainability Institute
Abundant Power
Why Energy Efficiency?
South Carolina homeowners spend more on energy than the U.S. average,
even with lower energy prices!
Plus, you told us energy efficiency is important to you…
•83% of Charleston County respondents said saving energy in their home is important to them.
•Almost two-thirds said they planned to take some measures in the coming year to use less energy at home.
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Why Important to You?
SavingMoney
Energy improvements can reduce your
annual energy costs
up to 30% or more!
Cleaner air, balanced humidity & dryness = more comfortable and
healthier homes
Preserving the quality of life for future generations is important to us
Comfort & Health
Protecting Our Environment
CharlestonWISE - Your One Stop Shop for Energy Efficiency!
•Customized & Unbiased Energy-Savings Assessment
•Expert Help with Bid and Contractor Selection
•Assistance with Rebates and Financing
•Post Improvement Evaluation of Savings
CharlestonWISE INSTANT Rebates
Save up to $900!
•Up to $200 INSTANT Rebate on an Energy Assessment
•$200 INSTANT Rebate on Completed Improvements that achieve a 15% or better energy savings
•$500 Bonus INSTANT Rebate on Completed Improvements that achieve a 20% or better energy savings
CharlestonWISE Energy Saver Loans
Qualified Applicants Can Borrow
• $1500 up to $15,000 • 7.99% APR • 3, 5 or 10 year terms
To apply today, visit:
www.charlestonwise.com
Select an Energy Advocate and Complete
THE ASSESSMENT
Single most important step to quality work and successful home energy improvements
•Blower Door Test•Duct Blaster Test
•Written Assessment•Recommended Improvements
Select a Contractor and Complete THE IMPROVEMENTS
Air Sealing
Sealing holes or “bypasses” in floors, walls and ceilings is an inexpensive way to tighten up your house.
Properly Installed Insulation
Bad Good
Home Energy Improvements
Attic Hatches CFL Replacements Capping Canned Lights
882 White Point Blvd
TEST PRE POST Improvement
Blower Door 3650/ 41% ACH 3000 18%
Duct Blaster 265 CFM
16.5%
87 CFM!!!
.05CFM
67%
882 White Point Blvd
Rebates and Incentives
CWISE INSTANT Rebate: $700SCE&G Air Sealing Rebate $850SCE&G Duct Sealing Rebate $150SCE&G Duct Insulation Rebate $150SCE&G Assessment Rebate $200
$2050
Plus an Energy Star Tax Credit of $350
882 White Point Blvd
Cost of Improvements: $5100Total Incentives $2400Final Homeowner Cost $2700Percent Offset 47%
Estimate annual savings and return on investment to be completed using modeling software and provided to the homeowner.
882 White Point Blvd
Customer Feedback
•House is less humid
•AC is functioning better
•Back bedroom is not a different temperature from other bedrooms
•My crawlspace is immaculate! “I definitely feel a difference. The house is more comfortable. I was very impressed with the knowledge and professionalism of the advocate and contractor.”
Susan Collins
LAST CHANCEHome Energy Makeover Contest!
2 Lucky Homeowners will win
up to $10,000 in energy efficiency improvements!
DEADLINE EXTENDED TO MAY 31st
Thank you for supporting us!