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Eleven Michigan utilities have joined together under the Michigan Public Service Commission to form Efficiency United, a consortium introducing energy optimization programs and incentives to their subscribers. The utilities include Alpena Power, Bayfield Electric Cooperative, Daggett Electric Department, Edison Sault Electric Company, Indiana Michigan Power, Xcel Energy, Upper Peninsula Power Company, WE Energies, Wisconsin Public Service Corp., Michigan Gas Utilities, and SEMCO Energy Gas Company.

Efficiency United is rolling out programs now and into next year. Programs include an Energy Efficiency Assistance Program which includes installation of energy-efficient measures for income-qualified subscribers, an online home energy audit, a residential HVAC rebate program, and a program to assist commercial and industrial customers to install energy-efficient equipment. For qualifying customers, rebates are available on items such as "smart strips," compact fluorescent light (CFLs) bulbs, washers and water heaters. These programs are in addition to the federal tax incentive programs currently running.
The Energy Efficiency Assistance Program, serving persons with qualifying incomes, is being managed in conjunction with the Michigan Community Action Agency Association and its member agencies in the areas served by the Efficiency United partners.
Customer Service Representatives will be available to handle inquiries Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Customers can call toll free (877) 367-3191 for more information and assistance or access the website at www.efficiencyunited.com.
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