Cold Cash Now Warming Homes Through June 21st, 2013
It may be getting warmer outside these days but here at Thurston Energy, the cash is colder than ever! Thurston Energy is pleased to announce the EXTENSION of the “Cold Ca$h For A Warm Home” rebate program! When the “Cold Ca$h” program began back in December of 2012, our goal was to help folks become more energy efficient, save money on their heating bills and be more comfortable in their homes. Not only have we met those goals, but in the process, customers have put over... Read More
500 Dollar Energy Efficiency Federal Tax Credit
Now that the “Fiscal Cliff” drama of 2012 has been resolved. What does it mean for you? The American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 passed by Congress on January 3, 2013, provides extensions of energy tax credit provisions that benefit homeowners seeking energy-efficiency improvements. Under section 25C, homeowners can claim a $500 maximum tax credit to cover material costs of energy-efficient upgrades to existing homes for all taxable years. The credit is only... Read More
Got Wood Windows? Check out this upcoming DIY workshop …
Built to last, wood windows and doors need regular upkeep and sometimes restoration work to maintain their value. If you want to stay warm and save on energy costs, don’t replace them! You can tune up and weatherize your old windows and recoup your investment through energy savings. Do it yourself and save even more. Come learn from the best the How and Why of Wood Windows & Doors – Restoration and Weatherization. Hands-On Workshop: Saturday December... Read More
What’s Next … Local Energy Convergence!
I get asked a lot what is next for Thurston Energy, since our big grant will be complete soon. I’m happy to announce that Thurston Energy will continue on as the Local Energy Program of the Thurston Economic Development Council (EDC), in collaboration with the Thurston Climate Action Team (TCAT). To kick off 2012, Thurston Energy is collaborating with the Buy Local Program to hold the first “Local Energy Convergence” in downtown Olympia (at the Olympia Center) on January... Read More
Thurston Energy to Present at Tumwater Timberland Library Saturday, November 12
Energy Efficiency at Home: Save Money on Energy Bills & Be More Comfortable This Winter Is your house cold? Or drafty? Want to keep your energy costs down this winter? Please join us for a presentation at Tumwater Timberland Library on Saturday, November 12, from 1:00- 2:00 pm. The Library is located at 7023 New Market Street, Tumwater WA 98501-6563, and the presentation is open to the public. Learn how to figure out where your home is wasting energy and what you can... Read More
Thurston Energy to Present at Tenino Timberland Library, Wednesday, November 9
Energy Efficiency at Home: Save Money on Energy Bills & Be More Comfortable This Winter Is your house cold? Or drafty? Want to keep your energy costs down this winter? Please join us for a presentation at Tenino Timberland Library on Wednesday, November 9, from 5:30 – 6:30 pm. The Library is located at 172 Central Avenue West, Tenino WA 98579, and the presentation is open to the public. Learn how to figure out where your home is wasting energy and what you can do... Read More
Rebuilding Together Thurston County After Hours Party on Thursday, Nov. 10
Come join our own Joshua Cummings, board member of Rebuilding Together Thurston County for an evening of information this Thursday, November 10, at 5:30 pm, at Olympia Eagles Club (4th & Plum) in Olympia. Learn how you can make a difference in the lives of low-income homeowners. Raffle prizes, music by Carl Hale & Friends Bluegrass Band, appetizers and a No-host bar. For more information, please view the event flyer: Read More
Customer Experience Drives Program Results
For us at Thurston Energy it has always been about the customer experience. We are trying to make a positive impact in people’s lives by helping them use less energy, save money, be more healthy and comfortable, and make great investments in their homes and buildings. Today we’re releasing the results of our 2010-2011 Program Analysis and it’s great to see how much our customers have accomplished – 45% of homeowners went on to make improvements after their energy evaluations,... Read More
3 Ways to Go Solar
This Saturday, go check out the South Sound Solar Tour! 19 sites filled with possibilities. As a Thurston Energy Saver, you have already taken steps to reduce your energy usage (right?!). Now that you’re already eating your “energy efficiency vegetables”, it’s a good time to look at your “solar energy dessert”! Solar energy works in Western Washington for a couple of really important reasons, and it comes in several packages. Why Solar Works in Western Washington Even... Read More
Yes, Deloris … This IS a good time for Energy Improvements
I get asked this question a lot: “With the economy so bad … do you think this is a good time for people to spend money on their houses?” And I love to flip this one on its head and give the answer that the asker just doesn’t expect: “That makes this the BEST time to do it.” Really? Yes. In a time of double-dip recession fears, bursted bubbles, and roller coasting stock markets, it’s good to have something you can count on. Making improvements in your... Read More