May 5 2008
TXU Energy will partner with various community volunteers to show their fellow Texans several low-cost ways to save energy this summer during the 2008 TXU Energy Home Energy Makeover Tour. This marks the fifth year for the TXU Energy summer initiative to build energy conservation awareness across the state.
TXU Energy will host Home Energy Makeover events in Dallas, Midland, McAllen, and Corpus Christi. In each city, TXU Energy will team with local volunteer groups to make simple home improvements for a homeowner in each city that will lead to saving money on their energy bills during the upcoming hot summer days.
“One of the main purposes of the Home Energy Makeover program is to demonstrate to our customers how simple and inexpensive it can be to save on your energy bills, especially in the heat of the summer,” said David Hennekes, vice president of residential markets for TXU Energy. “These improvements can have an impact on virtually any home of any age, and a Home Energy Makeover can save homeowners in a significant way.”
On the day of each event, volunteers will gather at the residence to perform an energy audit by using the TXU Energy Home Energy Advisor online tool. Based upon their findings, the volunteers will then provide the recommended energy conservation improvements. Improvements may include replacing traditional incandescent light bulbs with new compact fluorescent lights, adding weatherstripping around doors, insulating outdoor power outlets, and sealing windows with protective foam or caulk.
Also, during the Home Energy Makeover, TXU Energy will highlight the TXU Energy Power Monitor TM. The Power Monitor TM uses the home’s existing electrical wiring to display near real-time data including a running total of estimated energy cost.
“The TXU Energy Power Monitor is one more example of how TXU Energy is leading the way in promoting energy efficiency,” said Hennekes. “Many customers only know what they pay for electricity at the end of the month. The TXU Energy Power Monitor allows them to see the estimated amount of energy consumption used throughout the month, which gives them the opportunity to adjust their energy use and potentially save money.”