1. ENERGY SAVERS PROGRAM

2. What is the Energy Savers Program?

3. A savings program designed to assist low to moderate income families save toward an energy efficiency goal.

4. What is an energy efficiency goal?

5. A goal set by the consumer which will help them to save on their energy consumption and energy costs.

6. Why is the Fuel Fund getting involved with something of this nature?

7. To identify and enroll vulnerable consumers in services that will enhance their ability to manage and reduce their energy costs.

8. Who is eligible to apply for this program?

9. Households that meet the HEAP or Orange County Fuel Fund monthly income guidelines.

10. How does the program work?

11. The program will allow low to middle income consumers to save toward a energy efficiency goal with matching incentives.

12. Example 1: 1. Initial deposit = $50.00 2. Workshop initiatives = $50.00 (attend 3 = $150.00) 3. Agreed deposit amount- $5.00 x 78 weeks (18 month time frame) = $390.00 4. 1 to 1 match = $390.00 (up to the first $500.00)

13. Final amount in account $50.00 $150.00 $390.00 $390.00 $980.00 ( plus interest earned)

14. Example 2: 1. Initial deposit = $50.00 2. Workshop initiatives = $50.00 (attend 3 = $150.00) 3. Agreed deposit amount- $10.00 x 78 weeks (18 month time frame) = $780.00 4. 1 to 1 match = $500.00 (up to the first $500.00) 5. $.50 to $1 match = $140.00(after the first $500, ½ of $280.00 Example 2: 1. Initial deposit = $50.00 2. Workshop initiatives = $50.00 (attend 3 = $150.00) 3. Agreed deposit amount- $10.00 x 78 weeks (18 month time frame) = $780.00 4. 1 to 1 match = $500.00 (up to the first $500.00) 5. $.50 to $1 match = $140.00(after the first $500, ½ of $280.00

15. Final Amount in ESA $50.00 $150.00 $780.00 $640.00 $1620.00 !!! (plus any interest earned)

16. What can I do with the money I have saved ?

17. Buy an Energy Star appliance Pay toward winter heating costs Get an energy audit done in your home A new window air conditioner

18. What are the requirements of the program?

19.  Meet the income guidelines  Apply  Agree to one to one counseling  Abide by the terms of the ESP  Attend 3 workshops (for which you will receive incentives for attending

20. Where can I find out more information and / or apply for this program?

21. Pat Fayo Energy Program Manager (845) 457-4774 www.pfayo@uwoc.org www.pfayo@uwoc.org

22. What’s my next step ?