Environmental Stewardship
Energy Conservation
Energy Tip of the Week: Use fans to supplement air conditioning. This allows you to raise the thermostat temperature, using less energy.
The Energy Services Department provides information and services to improve the energy efficiency of homes, offices, businesses and industrial plants. Programs include:
Residential
- Low-interest loans through the Home Energy Loan Program
- New construction information
- High-bill inquiries
For information on these programs, send us an e‑mail or call (509) 661-8008.
Commercial and industrial
- Funding for energy-efficiency improvements through the Resource$mart program
- Selecting the best heating and cooling
- Reducing energy costs at new and existing buildings
- Finding solutions to power quality problems
For information on these programs, send us an e‑mail or call (509) 661-8008.
Other programs
- Low-income weatherization
Using state and PUD funds, the Chelan-Douglas Community Action Council weatherizes low-income homes. For information, call the council at (509) 662-6156.
Why conserve?
Both Chelan County PUD and its customers benefit from efficient use of energy. At times, the PUD must rely on outside power to supplement its hydro resources, particularly in the winter heating season. Energy saved in homes and businesses reduces the need to purchase higher-cost power on the wholesale market. This in turn helps keep local electric rates low.
Greater energy efficiency makes the most of national energy resources, reduces energy shortages, lessens our reliance on energy imports and minimizes pollution.