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At the Neighborhood Scale

1. Think. Where are there inefficiencies and air leaks in your home? Are you using the most energy efficient products in your home?
2. Plan. Consult Living Green, Saving Green to see if you qualify for the Columbia Gas of Ohio Home Performance Solutions Program or the NeighborWorks® TOLEDO REGION Columbia Gas of Ohio WarmChoice® program.
3. Act. Collaborate with neighbors to complete recommended home improvements. Buying raw materials in bulk and using volunteer labor when possible can immensely cut costs.
4. Maintain. Keep your home improvements up to date. Always choose more efficient products when appliances need updated. 
5. ​Go Beyond. 

• Create a neighborhood action group to maintain and update homes that need additional weatherization services.
• Document your energy savings and share your discoveries with your neighbors. Spread awareness around the benefits of weatherizing homes in your neighborhood. 
• Strengthen neighborhood groups to support and advocate for neighborhood-wide needs. 

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Resources

Weatherize your home and get an energy audit: 
Columbia Gas of Ohio
NeighborWorks® TOLEDO REGION
Living Green, Saving Green

Look for Energy Star products: 
EPA Energy Star

Utility bill assistance programs: 
PUCO
First Energy

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