Current
Electric Billing Due Date & Bill Message
Due Due March 10, 2010
Billing Period 1/1/2010 Through 1/31/2010
Bill Message:
Visit website for info on energy upgrade rebates!
Rates
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Current Rates Billed Through March 2010 Schedule
of rates per billing unit
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October
1st - May 31st |
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Base
Rate: |
$14.75
per month |
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Residential
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$0.12550
/KWH |
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Residential
Total Electric |
(0-300
KWH/MO) $0.12550 /KWH (Over 300KWH/MO) $0.12175 /KWH
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General
Service |
$0.14050
/KWH |
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June 1st- September 30th
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Base
Rate: |
$14.75
per month |
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Residential
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$0.15250
/KWH |
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Residential
Total Electric - |
$0.15250
/KWH |
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General
Service |
$0.16750
/KWH |
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Remittance
Address: |
Borough of Lavallette Electric Utility
1306 Grand Central Avenue Lavallette, NJ 08735 |
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New Lower Rates Beginning With April's Bill
Schedule of rates per billing unit ORDINANCE NO. 2010-05 (1077)
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October 1st - May 31st |
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Base
Rate: |
$14.75 per month |
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Residential
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$0.11550 /KWH |
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Residential
Total Electric |
(0-300 KWH/MO)
$0.11550 /KWH (Over 300KWH/MO) $0.11175 /KWH
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General
Service |
$0.13050 /KWH |
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June 1st- September
30th
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Base
Rate: |
$14.75 per month |
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Residential
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$0.14250 /KWH |
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Residential
Total Electric - |
$0.14250 /KWH |
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General
Service |
$0.15750 /KWH |
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Remittance Address: |
Borough of Lavallette Electric
Utility
1306 Grand Central Avenue Lavallette, NJ 08735 |
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Bill Pay Users
Please update Bill Pay
payments to reflect your Account Number if you use them at this
time. See below for what information is required on your Bill Pay form.
Payments lacking the proper identification may be returned.
Notice of Mailing Address Change
The Borough of Lavallette mailing address is
changing to 1306 Grand
Central Avenue from Po Box 67. This change will take some time to
complete, residents should begin using 1306 Grand Central
Avenue for Borough of Lavallette correspondence.
All Bill Pay Payments Need To Be Corrected To Reflect the Address
Change, and update your account number!
Make
Remittance To: Borough of Lavallette Electric
Utility
1306 Grand Central Avenue Lavallette, NJ 08735
Energy Efficiency
Program Being Offered to All Lavallette Residents
Lavallette Electric Customers
Qualify For Rebates From New Jersey Clean Energy Program Through ARRA
For A Limited Time. Current funding is set to expire in September of 2010.
 New Jersey's Clean Energy Program
– recognized as a national model – is a statewide program that offers
financial incentives, programs and services for New Jersey residents,
business owners and local governments to help them save energy, money and
the environment. More info
Residential
Programs
Home Performance with Energy Star Program
- Customer Contracts with a Participating Contractor. The list of
contractor is on the NJ Clean Energy website
- The program includes a number of Tiers
- Tier 1 is the Audit. Contractor performs an audit. Costs is
$125.00. This cost is refundable if the customer performs at least
$2,000 of Tier 3 work
- Tier 2 provides for air sealing works. Constractor will provide
up to a $1,000 of free air sealing work
- Tier 3 is the “whole House Energy Efficiceny Measures
- < 25% Energy Savings – 10% Rebate up to a maximum of $10,000
- >25% Energy Savings – 50% Rebate up to a maximum of $10,000
- Income Qualifying Program
- <25% Energy Savings – 50% Rebate up to a maximum of
$10,000
- >25% Energy Savings – 75% Rebate up to a maximum of
$10,000
HVAC Program
- $100-$150 rebates for the purchase of energy efficient Central Air
Conditioning or Air to Air Heat Pumps and Geothermal Heat Pump
- Rebates should be increasing to $200 in the Spring
Energy Star Products Program
- Various rebates for purchase of various energy efficient appliances
(clothes washers, dishwashers, and refrigerators)
- Rebates vary from $35 up to $100
Commercial Accounts
Direct Install Program
- Retrofit program for customers with an annual average peak demand <
200 kW (small & medium sized buildings)
- Program offers incentives for direct installation of prescribed
measures to encourage early replacement of eligible electric and
gas-fired equipment
- Qualifying customers are eligible for incentives of 80% of the
installed cost of approved projects with no dollar cap
- The incentives paid directly to the installing contractor with
customer paying the remaining 20%
Pay for Performance Program
- This is a comprehensive, whole-building approach to saving energy in
your existing or new facility
- Goal of the program is to reduce the facility energy consumption by
15% or more
- Average annual peak demand is 200 kW or greater.
- Grants available for entire cost of program
Program information is available at
www.njcleanenergy.com
or by calling 866-NJSMART
Decorative Light
Strings
If all decorative light strings sold in America this year were ENERGY
STAR qualified, we would save over 2 billion kWh per year and reduce
greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to nearly 300,000 cars!
ENERGY STAR qualified decorative light strings — many which feature LED
technology — consume 75% less energy than conventional incandescent lights
strands.

ENERGY STAR Qualified Decorative Light Strings:
Can last up to 10 times longer than traditional incandescent strands.
Are cool to the touch, reducing the risk of fire.
Do not have moving parts, filaments or glass, so they are much more
durable and shock-resistant than other light strings.
Are available in a variety of colors, shapes and lengths.
Come with a three-year warranty, meaning fewer light string replacements.
Are independently tested to meet strict lifetime and electrical
requirements.
Products labeled for outdoor use are subjected to weathering tests.
Some models deliver features such as dimming or color shifting.
Alternative Energy Information:
Import
information regarding Self Generation
Please read the Borough Ordinance concerning generating energy
Electric
Rates and Regulations
Ordinance
See Chapter 24-15
Borough of Lavallette Online Code Book
Solar
Photovoltaic technology makes use of the abundant energy
in the sun, and it has little impact on our environment. Photovoltaic can
be used in a wide range of products, from small consumer items to large
commercial solar electric systems.Solar-electricity, or photovoltaic (PV) converts sunlight
directly into electricity. You may be more familiar with PV cells as solar
cells that power watches and calculators. But PV can do much more. It can
provide electricity for residential and commercial buildings, including
power for lights and air conditioning. PV can also be a convenient source of
power for pumping water, electrifying fences, or aerating ponds in remote
applications.
Department
of energy information on Solar power

Wind
Wind is a form of solar energy. Winds are caused by the uneven heating of
the atmosphere by the sun, the irregularities of the earth's surface, and
rotation of the earth. Wind flow patterns are modified by the earth's
terrain, bodies of water, and vegetation. Humans use this wind flow, or
motion energy, for many purposes: sailing, flying a kite, and even
generating electricity.The terms wind energy or wind power describe the process by which the
wind is used to generate mechanical power or electricity. Wind turbines
convert the kinetic energy in the wind into mechanical power. This
mechanical power can be used for specific tasks (such as grinding grain or
pumping water) or a generator can convert this mechanical power into
electricity.
Department
of energy information on Wind power

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Guide
to energy efficiency and renewable energy
Exploring Ways to Use Ocean Energy
Oceans cover more than 70% of the Earth's surface. As the world's largest
solar collectors, oceans generate thermal energy from the sun. They also
produce mechanical energy from the tides and waves. Even though the sun
affects all ocean activity, the gravitational pull of the moon primarily
drives the tides, and the wind powers the ocean waves.
Here you can explore the different types of ocean energy:
Ocean
Thermal Energy Conversion

Tidal
Power

Wave
Power

Energy Star Appliances
Lavallette Electric
customers only qualify for energy rebates through a tax you pay on your New
Jersey Natural Gas bills, If you do not have New Jersey Natural Gas then you
will not qualify for any rebates offered through the New Jersey Board of
Public Utilities.
This Program Is Being Funded By The American Recovery And
Reinvestment Act, allowing the 13 municipally owned
electric utilities to qualify for these rebates for 2010.
More info
Funding Currently Only Provided Through September of 2010.
If you're in the market to buy new energy using products, look for
products with the ENERGY STAR® label! The ENERGY STAR
label is the national symbol for energy efficiency and is a
voluntary partnership among the U.S. Department of Energy, the
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, product manufacturers, local
utilities and retailers. The ENERGY STAR label helps to
identify products that are energy-efficient and, therefore, cost
less to operate. These products include household appliances,
compact fluorescent light bulbs, lighting fixtures, home
electronics, office equipment, heating and cooling products, and
windows.
ENERGY STAR labeled
products exceed federal energy efficiency standards, typically by
13 - 20 percent. Furthermore, many ENERGY STAR labeled
products such as TV's, computers and other equipment do not cost
more than standard efficiency models. Some ENERGY STAR labeled
products, such as heating and cooling equipment, may cost a little
more but energy bill savings make up for the slightly higher
upfront price, often saving 15 - 40 percent annually over standard
efficiency products.
ENERGY STAR labeled
products also help to protect the environment by using less energy
than conventional products that cost more to operate. To find the
store closest to you carrying ENERGY STAR labeled products,
use the store locator or product finder feature on the ENERGY
STAR website at www.energystar.gov.
Energy Savers provides homeowners with tips for saving
energy and money at home and on the road. By following just a few of the
simple tips found on this Energy Savers Web site, you can make your home more
comfortable and easier to heat and cool—while you save money. We bring you
the latest information on energy-saving, efficient technologies. We even give
tips for using clean, renewable energy to power your home.
We help you beat the high cost of fuel, with driving and car
maintenance tips to save you money on the road.
Some of the tips are simple to do. Others require more
effort and investment, but promise big savings over the years.
We encourage you to check out the Web site and make
improvements today and this year that will contribute to your energy bottom
line and make our planet healthier and cleaner!
Visit energysavers.gov
to learn more about home energy efficiency initiatives.
The information is also available in
PDF format.

CCFL
Lights:

Looking
to save money? Replace your old, inefficient light bulbs with new, energy
efficient compact florescent lights and lower your power bill. Plus, they
use 75% less energy and last up to 10 times longer. When your bulbs no
longer work please recycle them properly.
More Information
Guide to energy
efficiency and conservation ~ Please follow the links for more information on a
topic

Department of Energy
Heating:

Check, change, or clean your air filters monthly during heavy winter use.
Have your equipment checked
once a year by a qualified heating and cooling dealer.
To lower winter heating costs, set
your thermostat at the lowest comfortable setting. A comfortable,
cost-effective range is 66°F and 68°F. Each degree higher can
add substantially to your heating costs.
Before raising the thermostat,
try putting on a sweater or sleeping with an extra blanket.
Don't block air registers or
air grills with furniture, draperies or carpets.
Take advantage of nature's
warmth by opening shades and curtains when the sun is shining. Keep
them closed at night and on cloudy days.
Weather-strip and caulk your windows and doors,
Seal and insulate your home
Cooling:

Have your air conditioning checked by a qualified heating and cooling expert
each year before summer starts to make sure your system is operating at peak
efficiency.
Change or clean your air
exchange filter at least once a month during the cooling season. A
dirty filter chokes air flow and forces your equipment to work
harder, causing higher energy bills.
Set your thermostat at the
highest comfortable setting. A comfortable, cost-effective range is
between 78°F and 80°F. Each degree lower can add substantially to
your cooling costs.
Wait until evening to bake,
bathe, run your dishwasher or operate other appliances that add heat
and humidity to the house.
Operate the exhaust fan when
you are cooking or showering.
According to the Department of
Energy, using a ceiling fan allows you to raise your thermostat
setting about 4 degrees with no reduction in comfort.
Water
Heating and Conservation:

Set your water heater thermostat to 120°F.
A well-insulated tank will use
less energy to keep water hot.
Don't use hot water in
situations where cold water works just as well.
For additional savings,
consider purchasing a high-efficiency heat pump water heater or heat
recovery unit. Both are considerably more economical to operate than
conventional water heaters.
Solar hot water heaters
can reduce your hot water heating bill
Wash clothes in
cold water
Run full loads in the
washing machine
and
dishwasher
If available, use the energy savings settings
on your
dishwasher
and
washing machine
Consider air drying your clothes. saves
energy, money and keeps your clothes lasting longer.
Take a shorter shower
Computer
Equipment:

Learn how to set
power management
on your computer. Buy a Climate Savers certified
energy efficient computer
Plug your computer
peripherals
(printer, scanner, speakers, fax machine) into a power strip and
power down when not in use.
Electronics and Home
Appliances:

Turn down the brightness on your TV and computer
monitor
Look for and purchase
ENERGY STAR appliances and electronics
Plug home electronics into a powerstrip and
turn off when not in use. Or unplug appliances that you rarely use -
when was the last time you used that VCR?

Don't keep your refrigerator and freezer too
cold. Set temperature between 36-38 degrees F and freezers at 0-5
degrees.
Consider replacing that old, second
refrigerator in the basement - Use This
calculator
to determine how much energy your refrigerator is using
Utility Assistance Programs:
Lifeline
Lifeline is a program that offers
a $225 energy benefit to persons who meet the PAAD eligibility
requirements or who receive SSI. This includes utility customers as
well as tenants whose utility bills are included in their rent.
For more information about Lifeline, please call
1-800-792-9745.
For information concerning
PAAD, Lifeline, HAAAD or Senior Gold
call toll-free
1-800-792-9745

Lifeline
Click here for more programs

State of New Jersey Support Services for the Aged and Disabled
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