Energy-saving measures

HEAP. The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) is a federally funded program that issues heating benefits to lower income families and senior citizens by supplementing a household’s annual heating cost.

For more information, including how to apply, call the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance at (800) 342-3009, or visit www.otda.state.ny.us/main/heap. To find out if you are eligible for HEAP assistance, visit www.myBenefits.ny.gov.

WAP. The Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) assists income-eligible families and individuals by reducing their energy costs. Approved homes will receive an energy audit conducted by a trained specialist to see what efficiency measures can be made. Following the audit, up to $4,500 worth of energy-efficient improvements are made to the home, resulting in significant energy savings.

For more information, call the New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal at (866) ASK-DHCR, or visit www.dhcr.state.ny.us/Programs/WeatherizationAssistance.

Green jobs, green New York. The program provides financing to communities, homes, small businesses and not-for-profits to help revitalize the economy in an energy-independent and environmentally responsible way. Assemblyman Titone co-sponsored the legislation that the Assembly approved with unanimous, bipartisan support (Ch.487 of 2009).

Heat Smart New York workshops

Learn about low-cost and no-cost ways to save energy and reduce your energy bills by attending a Heat Smart New York workshop. Workshops are sponsored by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) and are free. Class size is limited and pre-registration is required. To sign up, call one of the following workshops: