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Title
NSTAR
Description
NSTAR is one of the largest gas and electric utility that is based in Massachussetts. Its assets and revenues reached $11.4 billion combined. The company provides gas and electricity to 51 communities and has over 1 million electric customers.
NSTAR’s commitment to the environment is seen through its programs and business practices. NSTAR has disassociated itself from its fossil and nuclear generating assets, while engaging in waste management, remediating spills, assisting a huge manufacturer in researching the feasibility of new vegetable, non-toxic oil-based electric fluid for equipment, and protecting waterways, wetlands, and species in the area.
In January 2007, the compnay began to offer renewable energy through NSTAR Green. NSTAR Green allows customers the option of having half or all their electricity from the Maple Ridge Wind Farm in New York. The program is one of the initiatives we are taking towards renewable energy for our commitment to the environment.
Residential Products and Services
NSTAR offers many tools, programs, and services for its homeowner customers, focusing on energy efficiency. Some of them are the following:
- Home Analyzer
This product allows homeowners to get a glimpse of how much energy their homes consume by answering specific questions, and compare this information with other similar homes. After which, homeowners are given recommendations on how they can lower energy consumption and effectively, their electricity bill.
- Energy Savings Calculators
This tool gives customers information on how to more efficiently operate appliances at home and use less energy, or options on using more energy efficient appliances over others. This product is available for home cooling or heating systems, refrigerators, washers, dryers, thermostats, and air-conditioners. This tool help not only the consumers but the whole electric industry in their effort to save electric and use it wisely.
- Energy Smart Library
The library is an immense resource which provides information on energy consumption at home. Homeowners can get necessary information they need on how to conserve energy and the benefits of doing so.
- Energy Smart University
The Energy Smart University contains a variety of courses and modules in 7 aspects of energy to aid learning about energy.
- Nstar Rebate Program
NSTAR Gas provides rebate checks of various amounts to homeowners who install high efficiency gas furnaces or boilers.
- Programmable Clock Thermostat Rebate
Homeowners gets 15% off on their heating bill and gets $25 rebate by using an Energy Star programmable clock thermostat.
- ENERGY STAR Homes
New Construction Program. Energy Star Homes are 30% more energy efficient. NSTAR also offers assistance and information for builders who want to make their homes match NSTAR specifications.
- MassSAVE
Homeowners can make use of MassSave to get more information on energy savings. All information provided are by energy efficiency experts.
- Weatherization Rebate
Insulations and air sealings can earn a homeowner a maximum of $1,500 if they decide to do home upgrades. Homeowners can avail this great promotion by simply calling the company and ask for free assessment.
- Energy Efficiency Program for Lower Income Customers
Homeowners who receive NSTAR’s Discount Rate can apply for energy consultation for their homes free of charge. The consultation can include refrigeration metering and conservation measures.
- ENERGY STAR Replacement Window Program
The program allows homeowners to save 10%-15% on their annual heating costs and a $10 rebate should they decide to change their windows with ENERGY STAR windowns.
Business Solutions
NSTAR’s Business Solutions provide energy efficient services to businesses through energy efficient lighting fixtures and other high efficiency fixtures and equipment. Businesses that make use of NSTAR’s business solutions can enjoy the following benefits:
- Rebates of up to 50% of the total project cost and comprehensive rebates of up to 75% of the total project cost
- Design and commissioning services
- Cost sharing for engineering services
Small Business Solutions
NSTAR understands the needs of small businesses to especially keep energy costs at a low, which is why Small Business Solutions is the perfect program for them. To qualify, small businesses must have an average monthly demand of 200kW or less. Small businesses can enjoy energy savings by upgrading to more efficient lighting fixtures and mechanical systems as well as electronic controls.
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