2010-2011 Program Analysis
The Pathway to Savings for Homes and Businesses in Thurston County
At Thurston Energy, we help Thurston County residents save money, save energy, and live more comfortable, healthy lives. We evaluate energy use and recommend energy-saving measures in both homes and businesses.
Thurston Energy has established a replicable model to create an energy efficient community and a strong local green economy. Thurston Energy is not an Energy Services Company (ESCO); rather, it fills the critical niche of a trusted energy efficiency advisor. As part of a 501(c)(3), we do not exist to make a profit from selling and installing efficiency upgrades. This allows us to establish an honest relationship with our residential and commercial customers.
Thurston Energy contracts out its energy audits and efficiency upgrade services to qualified and vetted local companies. Working with Thurston Energy ensures that the customer does not blindly navigate the world of energy auditors and efficiency installers, but works instead with contractors who satisfy Thurston Energy expectations.
Notable facts about Thurston Energy’s work over the past year include:
- 435 homes audited
- 197 homes improved (45% conversion)
- Combined yearly home energy savings of over $60,000
- Average yearly home energy savings of over $300
- 125 local jobs supported
- Over 60 businesses received energy walk-throughs
- Over 30 businesses made energy improvements
- Combined business savings of $30,000 per year
- Average business energy savings of $1,000 per year
- Carbon reduction savings equivalent to taking 96 cars off the road annually
All statistics are as of 06/30/2011