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Published: 09 June 2017 09 June 2017

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - Summer is here and with it comes hot weather. Demand for electricity is highest during the summer cooling season. A typical family that uses cooling can expect to see that higher use reflected in their summer bills; therefore, PNM would like to highlight programs that can help identify ways to be more energy efficient and save money during hot summer days.

Rebates and discounts
Save money and energy with PNM programs for your home. Rebates are available for energy-efficient air conditioners, evaporative (swamp) coolers, swimming pool pumps, and more. Additionally, by completing a PNM Home Energy Checkup, customers may qualify for rebates on several appliances in the home. Having efficient lighting in your home can help save you up to $65 a year on your electric bill. Discounts are available on LED light bulbs at retailers and at www.pnm.com/homelighting.

Evaporative cooling and refrigerated air conditioning
The PNM Cooling Rebate Program reduces the cost for residential customers to purchase and install certain energy efficient cooling equipment in their homes. Rebates are available for evaporative (swamp) coolers, refrigerated air conditioners, room air conditioners, and window units. For more information about the PNM Cooling Rebate Program, visit PNM.com/coolrebate.

Refrigerators and Freezers
PNM offers a recycling program for refrigerators and freezers for residential and business customers. Through the program, PNM will give customers $50 for their old working refrigerator or freezer and will pick up their old one for free. For more information about the PNM Refrigerator Recycling Program, visit PNM.com/fridge or call 1-877-838-1139. Additionally, with a PNM Home Energy Checkup, customers may qualify for rebates on new refrigerators and freezers.

PNM Home Energy Checkup
With a PNM Home Energy Checkup, customers receive a personalized report on their home's energy performance and learn ways to become more energy-smart, improve their family's comfort and lower their monthly energy costs. PNM Home Energy Checkup packages are available ranging from $15 - $45. The basic package includes installation of up to 20 LED light bulbs, two LED night lights, up to two energy-efficient showerheads, kitchen and bathroom faucet aerators, and a smart power strip. Income qualified customers get this package for free. For more information or to schedule a PNM Home Energy Checkup, visit PNM.com/checkup or call (855) 775-6491.

In addition to taking advantage of PNM energy efficiency programs, consider these tips to cut your energy use this summer:

How to air condition

Avoid heat

Find more tips at PNM.com/tips.