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City and BC Hydro Partner to Offer Clothes Washer Rebates
Nanaimo customers can receive up to $200 on eligible washers
NEWS RELEASE - Distributed September 25, 2014 11:15 AM
Summary
The City of Nanaimo and BC Hydro are joining forces to offer their customers a rebate for the purchase of eligible ENERGY STAR clothes washers. This offer is good for washers purchased during the month of October 2014 only. Applications for rebates must be submitted within 60 days, and no later than December 31, 2014. Details on applying for rebates for clothes washers can be found at www.PowerSmart.ca/appliances
Link to Strategic Plan: This directly supports the City's Water strategic priority, in enabling greater water and energy conservation.
Key Points
- At its meeting of 21 July 2014, Council provided $15,000 in funding towards this rebate program. In partnership with BC Hydro, this will mean a total amount of $30,000 will be made available to customers.
- Clothes washers must have a minimum Modified Energy Factor of 3.0 and a maximum Water Factor of 3.5 to receive a $100 rebate. To receive a $200 rebate, washers must have a minimum Modified Energy Factor of 3.4 and a maximum Water Factor of 3.6. Washers must be installed within Nanaimo's boundaries.
- BC Hydro will administer the program, and process rebates on both parties' behalf.
- Residents are advised to watch the "Deals" page at www.PowerSmart.ca/deals as well as watching their local retailers. Qualifying Energy Star washers can be found at www.PowerSmart.ca/appliances
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