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Weatherization Works! is a program that helps families save on energy costs, creates jobs, reduces carbon emissions, and improves safety in homes. With an average reduction in gas heating of 32% and annual carbon dioxide emission reduction of 1.79 tons per home, Weatherization Works! is making a positive impact. Join us in making homes warmer in the winter, cooler in the summer, and safer for everyone!
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Weatherization 101:Weatherization Works! Updated September 23, 2008
Weatherization Works! $413* per family = Average first-year energy savings * Calculated February 2008 based on 20-year EIA annual price projections discounted to present value.
Weatherization Works! • 100,000 = • Number of homes • weatherized each year
Weatherization Works! $1.65 = Benefits created for every $1 invested
Weatherization Works! 8,000 = Jobs supported through federal funding
Weatherization Works! 32% = Average reduction in gas space heating
Weatherization Works! “Before any work was done, my electric bill for the previous month was $200.33...(After Weatherization) my current bill is only $105.68…” Single mother of three Oklahoma
Weatherization Works! 1.79 ton = Reduction in annual carbon dioxide emissions per year per home
We make it safer for children, the elderly, and the disabled
Weatherization Works! “I am truly grateful for this program because it has undoubtedly saved my life...” Weatherization found a potentially deadly carbon monoxide leak in this West Virginia home.
Weatherization Works! $413* per family = First-year energy savings 100,000 = Homes weatherized each year $1.65 = Benefits created for each $1 invested * Calculated February 2008 based on 20-year EIA annual price projections discounted to present value.
Weatherization Works! 8,000 = Jobs created with federal funding 32% = Average reduction in gas heating 1.79 ton = Annual reduction in carbon dioxide emissions per year per home
Weatherization Works! For Families For Communities For the Nation