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Follow Fairfield and West Hartford residents on their quest for energy efficiency

As part of the Energize Connecticut initiative, Connecticut Light & Power (CL&P) and The United Illuminating Company (UI), are proud to reveal the two participants of the recently-launched Energy SuperSTARS Challenge, a challenge to increase statewide home energy efficiency practices and awareness.

 

“We had an excellent response from many interested homeowners on our Facebook page, and we are excited to start the Challenge,” said Jamie Howland of ENE (Environment Northeast) and Chairman, Connecticut Energy Efficiency Board.  “It’s a very visible way to get Connecticut residents thinking about how they can improve on the energy efficiency of their homes while making smart energy choices. We can’t wait to see how the Challenge unfolds for the two SuperSTARS.”

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The two Energy SuperSTARS were chosen by CL&P and UI based on their responses to a screening questionnaire about home energy efficiency.  Here they are!

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Energy SuperSTAR #1: West Hartford resident, Gregg Gabinelle

Built in 1935, the West Hartford home of Gregg Gabinelle is challenged by air leaks, drafty doors and windows and will need a thorough evaluation of insulation around the home.

 

“The Challenge will truly help us to identify and confirm wasted energy sources in our home and understand cost-effective options for better energy efficiency,” said Gabinelle. “It’s also an opportunity for us to consider a more energy-efficient heating and cooling system.”

 

Energy SuperSTAR #2: Fairfield resident, Karen Guastelle

Karen Guastelle’s 55-year-old Fairfield home is challenged by inefficient windows, and she is also researching a more efficient way to cool her home.

 

“I’m really hoping to get a more energy-efficient home with greater monthly savings from my experience with the Energy SuperSTARS Challenge,” Guastelle said. “I have never had an energy-related service conducted at my home so I am thankful for being chosen and excited to see what the outcome is.”

 

The Energy SuperSTARS will be receiving a home energy assessment through Energize Connecticut’s Home Energy Solutions program. This will provide a sound starting point to identify key components such as how much energy is being lost through leaky doors or windows or what appliances might be outdated and inefficient, and more.  In addition, two Energy Coaches, Jane Bugbee and Craig Clark, will also be helping them along the way. 

 

Jane Bugbee is a program administrator at UI.  She manages the Home Energy Solutions program and strives to help homeowners like Karen Guastelle to save as much energy and money in their homes as possible.  Craig Clark is a Home Energy Solutions Program Administrator at CL&P.  With years of experience, he will be helping Gregg Gabinelle to reduce energy waste around his home while saving money and the environment.

To stay up-to-date on the Energy SuperSTARS Challenge, follow the journey to energy efficiency on Facebook by visiting www.facebook.com/energizect.   Those interested in learning more about residential energy efficiency programs can call 1-877-WISE- USE or visit www.EnergizeCT.com.






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