Energy Efficiency
Alabama Weatherization Assistance Program
The Alabama Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) is a federally funded program administered by the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA). WAP is funded through a grant from the U. S. Department of Energy. ADECA contracts with local Community Action Agencies and the Central Alabama Regional Planning and Development Commission to deliver weatherization assistance to low-income households in all 67 counties across the state. WAP’s mission is to reduce energy costs for low-income households, particularly for the elderly, people with disabilities, and families with children, by improving the energy efficiency of their homes while ensuring their health and safety. In order to receive assistance, the applicant's income must not exceed 200% of the federally established poverty level. Alabama weatherization assistance typically includes mitigating outside air infiltration into the conditioned space of the home, installing attic, wall and floor insulation, sealing duct work, performing HVAC system tune-ups and repairs, repairing leaky and/or faulty windows and doors, and replacing incandescent light bulbs with highly efficient compact fluorescent light bulbs. Health and safety checks are also performed on the home. Do you qualify? Click here for a list of area agencies that can assist you.
Several communities have local outreach offices for weatherization assistance. To see if your area has a local outreach office, please click on the appropriate link below:
Chambers/Tallapoosa Counties
Crenshaw County
Talladega/Calhoun Counties
Energy Savers
AMEA has identified other energy-efficiency resources and tips through the U.S. Department of Energy, such as Energy Savers, which can help you save money and energy each month. Be a wise-energy user by clicking here.
ENERGY STAR
AMEA and its 11 Members have partnered with ENERGY STAR® to help promote the benefits of energy-efficient homes, buildings, products and services. ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy-efficient products and practices. Results are already adding up. Americans, with the help of ENERGY STAR, saved enough energy in 2008 alone to avoid greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to those from 29 million cars — all while saving $19 billion on their utility bills. To learn more, click here.
Energy-Efficiency Tips
For more information on specific energy-efficiency topics, click on the article below:
Appliances still use electricity even when the power is off
Deciding on furnaces
Discover hidden air leaks
Insulation provides important barrier
Remodeling is opportunity to upgrade energy efficiency
Use the power of computer 'sleep'
Make energy check a part of spring cleaning
Tips to avoid air infiltration
Cut your water heating bill
Change a bulb for efficiency
Craft a personal energy plan
Improve your air conditioner's efficiency
Buy energy-efficient home appliances
Look for energy-saving features on computer, printer
Summer energy-saving tips
ENERGY STAR Guides can save 20 percent on costs
Trellises can help with summertime shading
Reduce energy bill by reducing time of air conditioner
Cook up some energy savings
Energy-saving ideas for your dryer
Refresh your air filter
ENERGY STAR electronics use less energy
Click your way to energy savings with Energy Depot
When buying a TV, look for the ENERGY STAR label
Save energy and money with a programmable thermostat
Install a water heater blanket
Install CFLs
You have the power to control your energy bill
Winter energy-saving tips
Are you warming up with space heaters?
Effective use of ceiling fans
Weatherstrip old wood windows for energy efficiency
Proper insulation is simple solution
Energy-efficient ways to control holiday spending
LED lights leave holidays safer, more efficient
Save energy in the kitchen
Zone your home for energy savings
Match your chimney to your heating system
ENERGY STAR lighting uses less energy
Look for energy efficiency when buying a manufactured home
Drying clothes the old-fashion way saves energy
Inspect outside of home for energy leaks
Total cost of home ownership should be considered