Coops Test Energy Efficiency Options (from the Orangeburg Times and Democrat)

Co-ops join together for study in effort to lower consumption, reduce bills
By GENE ZALESKI, T&D Staff Writer  Sunday, February 28, 2010
"Tri-County Electric, Edisto Electric and Aiken Electric cooperatives will join about 19 others across the state in the study. The study was announced during a Friday afternoon press conference at Smith’s home.

The study will aim at research and education effort aimed at making manufactured and site-built homes become energy efficient.

The “Help My House” study, which co-op consumer members can begin applying for on March 1, will test different approaches to cost-effective energy solutions in more than 1,200 homes, including manufactured and site-built homes. Applications will be accepted through April 30."