Public Power - July/August 2008 - (Page 33) senior marketing and communications specialist for the utility. “We are also emphasizing the value of the ‘whole house’ approach. If, for example, you install a new, high-efficiency HVAC system, but still have leaking ducts, it’s not going to give you much in the way of energy savings.” Although the need was clear, Binion said, it was the enthusiasm of the community’s energy stakeholders that ultimately led to the contest’s grand scope. “We had so many contractors who wanted to participate and become a part of this that it just grew well beyond our original expectations,” she said. “We, of course, knew we’d do an efficient new air-conditioning system, but we didn’t originally anticipate the solar array, metal roofing or new windows. Those things were all donated, making for a true whole-house energy makeover for the winning family.” The contest began with three partners—GRU, the local ABC-affiliate television station WCJB TV20 and MidFla Heating & Air. Seven additional co-sponsors quickly joined on: Sunshine Broadcasting, Carrier Air Conditioning, Jennings Insulation, Gainesville Windows and More, L&S Lighting, Pure Solar Energy and The Home Depot. The upgrades were either given in-kind by local businesses or funded directly by Mid-Fla Heating & Air. With the scope and the sponsors in place, GRU invited customers to apply for a free $100,000 home energy makeover. A panel of experts poured through 300 applications and ranked them based on their energy consumption per square footage. Energy efficiency problems included inadequate attic insulation, leaky ducts and old and inefficient HVAC systems. Site visits further narrowed the pool of applicants, since the winning home had to be able to accommodate installation of a solar photovoltaic system. Ultimately, four families were selected as finalists in December and, in keeping with the reality show format, appeared on WCJB TV20 throughout the month to garner votes. In January, viewers began voting for their favorite family. More than 7,800 peo- Energy efficiency problems included inadequate attic insulation, leaky ducts and old and inefficient HVAC systems. This kitchen is retrofitted with 1x4 fixtures with two T8 lamps and an LP electric ballast. The annual electric bill savings are $36. www.APPAnet.org JULY-AUGUST 2008 33 http://www.APPAnet.org
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