Free workshop in Troy will help residents reduce energy costs

The Citizens Utility Board, non-profit organization committed to working for the rights of utility customers throughout Illinois, is joining with Madison County Community Development to conduct a free workshop for residents interested in saving on utility bills.

The workshop is designed to help consumers learn ways to save on utility bills, improve efficiencies and stay informed on the latest utility issues.

“For decades, Madison County residents received their utility bills once a month and made a payment; there wasn’t a lot they could do about them,” said Madison County Chairman Alan Dunstan. “But in recent years that has changed dramatically. Residents can now select their electric providers and can take advantage of increased efficiencies in furnaces, air conditioners and even thermostats to reduce their utility costs. We want to help Madison County residents stay informed on issues related to their utilities, and to help them save money.”

Scott Allen of the Citizens Utility Board will facilitate the utility workshop, which will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 29 at the Troy Community Building, 410 Wickliffe in Troy.

Representatives from Madison County Community Development’s home weatherization and low-income home energy assistance program (LIHEAP) will also be present at the workshop to answer residents’ questions.

The Citizens Utility Board is a non-profit group created in 1984 by the Illinois General Assembly. Since its inception, the organization has been working to maintain fair energy and utility costs in Illinois as well as to educate and inform citizens of Illinois about their utility companies.

This story was originally published March 26, 2016 at 10:08 AM with the headline "Free workshop in Troy will help residents reduce energy costs."