Nicor Gas Energy Efficiency Program helps neighbors across service territory

The Nicor Gas Energy Efficiency Program supported more than 200 families in Alsip/Blue Island with free groceries, energy efficiency and billing resources, weatherization and water-saving kits. Together, employees distributed 1,900 pounds of frozen and pantry goods.

Throughout the summer, fall and holiday season, the Energy Efficiency Program regularly attends farmers markets and community events providing neighbors and customers with the nutritious food they need and the information and tools to save money on their monthly bills.

Nicor Gas offers a robust energy efficiency program that all residential customers can take advantage of to save money and energy, including free energy-saving kits and complementary in-home energy audits.

Energy efficiency tools and resources provide customers more control over their energy use and bill. Some of those efficiencies can start in the home – little changes can add up to big savings with these weatherization tips:

• Regularly replace air and furnace filters; most filters should be cleaned or replaced every 60-90 days. A clean filter will allow the system to run more efficiently.
• Open window coverings during the day to allow sunlight to heat your home naturally, and close curtains at night to reduce the chill from cold windows.
• Keep furniture, drapes, stuffed animals and other objects away from heating sources.
• Adjust timer controls and programmable thermostats. Some older thermostats may not have an internal clock and need to be adjusted manually.

For more information, visit www.NicorGas.com/WaysToSave.