Over decade, CT customers pay billions in electric, gas fees for green programs
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New solar panels are installed at DiMare Pastry Shop & Cafe in Stamford, Conn. Tuesday, July 21, 2020. The bakery s new solar energy system was financed through the Connecticut Green Bank’s Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) program. The C-PACE program allows businesses to install energy upgrades immediately and pay for them over time as an addition to their property taxes. The solar PV system, installed by 64Solar, is will save the business more than $20,000 a year on electricity costs.Tyler Sizemore / Hearst Connecticut Media
Connecticut’s electric and gas customers paid billions over the last decade through little noticed fees that are used to increase energy efficiency, lower usage and encourage clean, renewable electricity.
Updated on January 22, 2021 at 3:21 pm
Now through the end of March you can get a free home energy assessment that could save you hundreds of dollar on your electric bill. And now may be a great time to take advantage of this unique program.
With so many people still working and learning from home, you ve probably noticed a spike in your electricity use. And with the incoming cold temperatures, you may be cranking the thermostat. But there are a few really simple steps you can take to cut the cost of your electric bill and save energy. It s really the best way for a home owner or a renter to find out what ways they can save energy and have on the spot improvements to help them save energy and money at their home, explained Enoch Lenge, the energy efficiency spokesperson for Eversource.