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- The Department of the Navy, Resident

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Energy Conservation
Program seeks to achieve

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energy efficiency in on base housing.

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Because, historically military housing has

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a higher energy usage.

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Energy conscience residents can reduce

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utility usage by as much as 20%.

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These excess funds can then
improve homes and communities.

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Let's take a closer
look at how this program

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works in your base housing community.

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Like type groups, are created by grouping

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homes with similar characteristics that

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effect energy performance.

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Such as square footage,
number of bedrooms, and

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year built.

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The average electricity
usage for each group

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is calculated monthly.

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We call this average the base line,

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ten percent buffers are
added above and below

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the base line to create
a normal usage band.

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If your home's energy
usage is above the usage

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band, you'll incur a charge.

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Likewise, if your usage
falls below the band

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you'll receive a rebate.

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Information about your
designated like type

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group can be found in your
monthly utility statement.

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The utility billing
company can also provide

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this information as can the
District Housing Office.

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If you're unsure of how your household can

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contribute to an reduced utility bill, try

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these easily implemented tips.

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Turn lights, appliances,
electronics, and other

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electricity consuming
items off when not in use.

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Regulate you're thermostat to minimum

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heating and cooling requirements.