Eco-Justice Team - February 2026

Even without the imminent threat of an energy-sucking data center, electric costs have been rising and are likely to continue to do so. There is plenty of advice for curbing energy use on-line, not all of which involves freezing in the dark.

In addition, Duquesne Light offers several programs to help customers control usage and costs. Go to duquesnelight.com and click on “Energy and Money Savings.” There you will find information about rebates on a range of energy-saving devices, such as air conditioners, furnaces, and insulation. Another program will pay us for old appliances, as well as haul them away. They will pay $50 for an old refrigerator, freezer, or

room air conditioner, or $35 for a dehumidifier. The hauled away items are then recycled in a responsible manner. I can say from personal experience that this program works. Additionally, Duquesne Light offers a “Residential No-cost Comprehensive Audit,” during which the auditor will install LED bulbs, LED nightlights, power strips, and other qualified products. Lastly, the site offers various products at a discount.

The day I checked, the featured products were smart thermostats and power strips. Get details of all these on the above-mentioned web site.

Stay warm!