Prepare for Winter and Lower Energy Bills with Weatherization

When we first catch wind of those cooler breezes of autumn, many of us throw open our windows and rejoice at the departure of the long southern summer heat. 

We’re not quite to October yet, but there’s no better time than now to prepare your home for colder weather through weatherization – saving on both heating dollars and greenhouse gas emissions. Heat moves through leaky walls and windows both in and out of our houses. So, tighter seals installed now will lower our cooling costs next summer as well.

What is Weatherization?

Weatherization refers to the process of identifying and fixing inefficiencies in energy use, such as air leaks around doors and windows, inadequate insulation, and inefficient heating and cooling systems. Both government and private utility programs are available to help pay for the costs of weatherization, especially for low-income families. 

Opportunities to Weatherize

Want to learn more about how you can save on energy costs through weatherization? Are you interested in reducing your carbon footprint, saving energy, and creating a cozier home this winter?  

If so, NCLCV’s Clean Energy Campaigns Director Michelle “Meech” Carter recommends a free virtual lunch-and-learn session being offered on October 8. You will enjoy tips for creating a more energy efficient home, info on home energy usage and its environmental impact, and Q&A with local experts. Registration is required, so reserve your spot today!

Instructions for registering:

• Click on the class (Home Energy Savings, the Environment, and You!) and add to cart
• Create an account and check out!
• Signing up for the class will send you an email with the Zoom link shortly before the day of the class.
• Email Meech at meech@nclcv.org with any troubles!

Take Climate Action Today

Weatherizing your home will not only help lower your monthly bills, it will help lower your carbon footprint. After signing up for the session above, make your voice heard on our state’s comprehensive climate action plan. Despite Trump’s rollbacks on climate mitigation, Gov. Stein’s administration is helping our state take proactive climate action. The plan is good, but we think it could be even better. Help us advocate for a stronger plan by learning more and submitting your comment. The deadline is October 6th.