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| Program |
Weatherization |
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| Description |
The Weatherization program provides energy
education and installation of energy conservation measures
to eligible low-income individuals and families in Fresno
County. |
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| Hours |
8:30 am to 5:00 pm |
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| Contact Person |
Dennis Bachelor |
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| Site(s) - Locations |
Central kitchen located at 3100 W. Nielsen,
Fresno, CA 93706 |
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| Services |
Installation of energy conservation measures
and energy conservation education |
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| Service Area |
Fresno County |
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| Eligibility Criteria |
Low-Income and meet dwelling assessment
criteria |
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| How to Access Service |
Call 294-1413 or email weatherize@fresnoeoc.org |
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| Funding Source |
California State Department of Community
Services and Development (CSD)Pacific Gas and Electric
Company (PG&E) |
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| Funding Amount |
Department of Energy (DOE) $250,000
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) $900,000
PG&E - Energy Partners $700,000 |
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| Legislative Mandates/Requirements |
Low-Income Home Energy Act of 1981 - Title
42 of the USC Section 8621 et. Seq.Department of Energy
Weatherization Assistant Program for Low-Income Persons
(DOE WAP) - 10 Code CFR, Part 440 |
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| Affiliations/Collaborative Partners |
Richard Heath and Associates |
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| Historical Information |
The Department of Energy (DOE) began funding
the Weatherization program in 1976. The Department of
Health and Human Services (HHS) began funding the LIHEAP
weatherization program in 1981. Since its inception funding
for the weatherization program has grown to include more
and more cost effective energy conservation measures,
such as energy efficient refrigerators, microwave ovens,
compact florescent light bulbs, evaporative cooler repair,
and window mounted air conditioners. |
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| Mission |
To humanely focus all available energy
conservation resources to assist low-income families and
individuals in lowering their energy bills and conserving
energy. |
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| Goals |
To install cost effective energy conservation
measures in as many homes of low-income families and individuals
as possible. |
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| Measurable Outcomes |
Number of homes weatherized |
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