As it gets colder, October is an important month for Maryland families living in homes and paying too much for utilities. It’s Energy Awareness Month. Plus, Weatherization Day is coming up on October 30!
At CAC, we’re using this month to help families “Turn the Heat On” safely, affordably, and efficiently. This is a good opportunity to learn how no-cost energy upgrades to your home can make a big difference for your comfort, your budget, and your health.
What Is Energy Awareness Month?
Energy Awareness Month helps families learn how to save energy and lower utility bills. It also recognizes the programs and people who make that possible, like CAC’s Weatherization Assistance.
On Weatherization Day, we celebrate the success of CAC’s no-cost weatherization programs, as well as others across Maryland and the country. Together, we’re helping families live in homes that are more comfortable, affordable, and healthier.
How Weatherization Services Benefit Maryland Families
Last year, CAC upgraded 650 Maryland homes with weatherization assistance! That’s hundreds and hundreds of local families with cozier homes and lower heating and cooling bills, at no cost to them.
- Lower Utility Costs – Families save an average of $372 or more every year!
- Improve Comfort – Homes stay warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer.
- Avoid the Hidden Costs of Poor Health – Families save an average of $514 per year in medical costs by improving indoor air quality. They also have fewer missed work and school days.
- Strengthen Communities – Weatherization programs boost the local economy and create good-paying jobs in Maryland.
