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Smart
Energy is a suite of energy programs aimed at improving comfort,
reducin g bills, and contributing to the reliability of the electric
system. These programs keep electric rates low and improve our
environment. Programs focus on demand side energy management,
utility load management, development of alternative energy
resources, and education. Learn more about each program by clicking on the pictures below. The Smart Energy programs are:
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Prime Time Power an air conditioner load
management program that lowers the demand for electricity. When the
demand for electricity is at its highest, radio-controlled switches
are used to cycle central air conditioners off for 7.5 minutes out
of every 30 minutes. You will receive a $5 credit on each of your
four summer electric bills (July, August, September, and
October) when you sign up for Prime Time Power!
To sign up
for Prime Time Power, click
here. You can also visit the
Prime Time Power Web page
to learn more about the
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Power Watch an energy
conservation education and call to action program that helps keep
electric rates low. It focuses on communication and education to
help Ames become more energy smart.
Visit the
Power Watch Web page to learn to gain energy information and
learn how to take action to conserve!
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Green Choices an
alternative energy resource development program that helps reduce
our dependence on non-renewable fossil fuels, such as coal. It also
aids in the development of a diverse mix of energy resources for
Ames.
Visit the
Green Choices Web page for the latest information about
the new efforts Ames Electric Services is exploring! |
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High Efficiency Air Conditioner Rebate
an incentive to the residential customer for properly sizing and
installing a high-efficiency air conditioner.
Download an Air
Conditioner Rebate Form by clicking
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Residential Energy Audit a basic energy
audit and a blower door test
to help identify areas needing improvement. The free audit
identifies how much energy homes consume and what homeowners can do
to make their homes more efficient.
Download a Residential Energy
Audit Request Form
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Residential Weatherization
helps those who cannot afford to install energy- saving devices
with measures to improve their homes energy efficiency.
Weatherization improves a house's envelope with basic
energy-efficiency measures, such as weather-stripping, caulking, and
insulation.
Download a Residential Weatherization Request Form
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Commercial High Efficiency Lighting an
incentive to the commercial businesses that buy and install
efficient lighting. City of Ames Electric Services is partnering
with commercial and industrial customers in an effort to reduce
electrical consumption and electric bills, in addition to reducing
the need for electric production.
Download a Commercial High
Efficiency Lighting Rebate Form
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For more information about Smart Energy, call Energy Coordinator
Steve Wilson at 239-5177.
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