Jan. 19 workshop to be held at Veterans Memorial Building
SANTA MARIA — With Santa Barbara County now firmly in winter, emPower Central Coast will be offering advice and information on selecting a new high-efficiency furnace during a free, Jan. 19 workshop.
The county-operated program will hold the information session 5:30-7 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Building located at 313 W. Tunnell Street, Santa Maria, CA 93458. emPower representatives will discuss common issues that affect furnace efficiency, available utility incentives and financing for furnace replacement.
“Now that it’s chilly outside, it could be the perfect time to think about upgrading your old furnace,” said Ashley Watkins, emPower Central Coast Program Services Supervisor. “A modern, energy efficient model is going to use a lot less energy and keep you comfortable this winter. But to get the most out of a new furnace, there are some important factors to be aware of and our experts will be discussing this at the workshop.”
Local qualified contractors involved in the emPower program will be on hand to answer questions, and attendees can schedule a free home energy site visit from an emPower Energy Coach for a comprehensive look at their home’s energy performance.
For more information or to RSVP, contact emPower Central Coast at 805-568-3566 or empowersbc@co.santa-barbara.ca.us. A light dinner will be provided.
About emPower Central Coast: The emPower program was established by Santa Barbara County to help the community preserve the environment by lowering energy consumption and stimulate the economy by creating jobs through innovative, voluntary solutions to support a sustainable building performance market. The program recently expanded its services to Ventura County and San Luis Obispo residents as emPower Central Coast.
emPower is funded by California utility ratepayers and administered by Southern California Gas Company, Southern California Edison Company and Pacific Gas and Electric Company under the auspices of the California Public Utilities Commission, the US Department of Energy Better Buildings program and the California Energy Commission with American Recovery and Reinvestment Act dollars. emPower’s low cost financing is offered in partnership with Coast Hills Credit Union and Ventura County Credit Union. More information at www.empowersbc.org.