New Triad program helps homeowners cut energy use after winter bill spikes

Many homeowners saw unusually high electric bills after back‑to‑back winter storms in January — largely because of increased energy consumption.

A new program launched over the weekend aims to help Triad residents bring those costs down.

Electrify the Triad

A program connecting homeowners with vetted contractors launched this weekend in Kernersville. The initiative, called Electrify the Triad, allows residents to search online for energy audits, heat pumps and other services that reduce energy use. It also offers information on green financing options.

Winston-Salem Sustainability Director Shaleen Miller said the benefits of energy efficiency can sometimes be a hard sell…

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