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October 29, 2009
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Board meeting highlights existing and upcoming energy efficiency programs
City Utilities Energy Management and Conservation department will receive $400,000 of a $1.6 million grant to implement a Refrigerator and Freezer Recycling program. The program was approved by the Board last fall and contract details are being finalized. The program is expected to be in place shortly after the first of the year.
In fiscal year 2009, the Energy Management and Conservation department processed 6,814 rebates and energy audits compared to 5,128 in 2008 and 1,087 in 2007.
Information on all Energy Management and Conservation programs can be located on our website or by calling 874-8200.
CU has also been awarded a grant in the amount of $41,383.13 to upgrade the current natural gas fire training facility. The federal grant was awarded through the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) section of the Department of Transportation (DOT). The grant will allow the construction of an enhanced natural gas leak training facility at the site.
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