PHILADELPHIA (July 30, 2009) – As the region deals with the first real stretch of hot weather this year, PECO will donate 500 fans to seniors across the area.
CAMERA OPPORTUNITY: At 10 a.m. on Friday, July 31 at PECO’s loading dock at 2301 Market Street, PECO personnel will load vehicles with 100 fans -- each for distribution in Philadelphia, Bucks, Chester, Delaware and Montgomery counties. Members of the media can enter the loading dock from 23rd Street.
On Friday, fans will be distributed to the following locations. Seniors should contact the location in their area in advance to make arrangements.
- PHILADELPHIA COUNTY – Philadelphia Corporation for Aging beginning at 11:30 a.m. 642 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PCA Help Line, 215-765-9040
- BUCKS COUNTY – Bucks County Area Agency on Aging beginning at 1:30 p.m. 2501 Bath Road, Bristol, 215-785-6322
- CHESTER COUNTY – Chester County Department of Aging Services beginning at 1:30 p.m. 601 Westtown Road, West Chester, 610-344-6350
- DELAWARE COUNTY – County Office of Services for the Aging beginning at 1 p.m. 206 Eddystone Avenue, 2nd Floor, Eddystone, 610-490-1300 / 1-800-416-4504
- MONTGOMERY COUNTY – The Peak Center
*Please note The Peak Center is closed on Fridays to conserve energy and will be distributing fans on Monday, Aug. 3.
315 West Main Street, Lansdale, PA, 215-362-7432
Customers can manage their energy costs, and help the environment, by using less energy. As temperatures rise outside, here are some suggestions for keeping your home cool and your energy bill down:
- Turn off unnecessary lights.
- Close blinds, shades and drapes to reduce the amount of sunlight entering your home.
- Use room fans, ceiling fans and attic whole-house fans to circulate air.
- Avoid using home appliances like dishwashers and clothes dryers during peak daylight hours. These appliances generate heat and add humidity to homes. Save such jobs for the early morning or late evening when it is generally cooler.
- Keep your thermostat set at a constant comfortable level.
PECO has many ways to help customers save energy, money and the environment – including discounts, rebates, tips and more. To learn more visit www.peco.com/save.