CenterPoint Energy shares New Year's resolution checklist to help customers save energy and money while staying safe

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CenterPoint Energy (CNP) has released a comprehensive New Year's resolution checklist for 2025, focusing on energy efficiency, bill management, and safety measures. The company outlines several initiatives including energy-saving programs, ENERGY STAR® LED adoption, and appliance rebates. The checklist emphasizes smart home solutions like thermostats and weatherization tips.

The company also promotes various billing solutions including payment plans for customers facing financial hardship, paperless billing, and Budget Billing to manage seasonal cost fluctuations. Safety recommendations include proper space heater usage, regular detector maintenance, carbon monoxide awareness, and natural gas leak protocols.

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• Offers customer-focused energy efficiency programs with potential cost savings
• Provides appliance rebates to encourage energy-efficient upgrades
• Implements flexible payment solutions for customers facing financial hardship

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Company encourages customers to make 2025 their most energy efficient year yet

HOUSTON, Dec. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CenterPoint Energy encourages customers to keep safety and energy efficiency top of mind with this simple New Year's resolution checklist that can help save energy, improve safety and simplify life at home. From small changes to big impacts, these tips can assist in starting the year off right.

Here's a checklist of resolutions to help inspire a brighter, more energy-efficient and safer 2025:

Power Up Your Energy Efficiency

• Start your energy efficiency journey. CenterPoint offers energy efficiency programs to help customers save energy and money.
• Glow smarter. Switch to ENERGY STAR® certified LED light bulbs to reduce energy use.
• Out with the old. Replace older appliances with energy-efficient models that work smarter, not harder. Take advantage of available appliance rebates to save even more!
• Get tech-savvy. A smart thermostat can keep the home cozy and save energy.
• Seal the deal. Weatherize at home by sealing air leaks and adding insulation.
• Freshen up. Replace HVAC filters regularly for better air quality and system performance.

Visit CenterPointEnergy.com/SmartSavings for energy-saving tips, tools and rebates.

Make Managing Your Utility Bills Easier

• Contact CenterPoint for assistance. If a customer is facing financial hardship, contact the company to set up a payment plan and be referred to resources for assistance.
• Paperless is priceless. Sign up for paperless billing to simplify life.
• Balance the bumps. Enroll in Budget Billing to smooth out seasonal cost fluctuations.
• Set it and forget it. Set up automatic payments for worry-free billing.
• Get the full picture. Use our online tools to track energy usage and find new ways to save energy.

For more tips and tools to manage bills, visit the Billing Resource Hub at CenterPointEnergy.com/ResourceHub.

Make Safety a Priority

• Use space heaters safely. Keep space heaters at least three feet away from flammable items, and never use stoves or ovens to heat the home.
• Check your detectors. Test smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) detectors and replace their batteries regularly. Replace alarms according to the manufacturer's guidelines.
• Know the signs of CO poisoning. Early symptoms include headaches, fatigue, nausea, and dizziness. If CO poisoning is suspected, leave the area immediately, get fresh air and call 911.
• Report suspected natural gas leaks immediately. If the "rotten egg" odor of natural gas is present, leave the area on foot, call 911, and notify CenterPoint. Avoid doing anything that could cause a spark.
• Call before you dig. Contact 811 before starting any digging projects to avoid underground utility lines.

To explore additional safety resources, visit CenterPointEnergy.com/Safety.

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FAQ

What energy efficiency programs does CenterPoint Energy (CNP) offer for 2025?

CenterPoint Energy offers ENERGY STAR® LED light bulb programs, appliance rebates, smart thermostat incentives, and weatherization support. Customers can access these programs through CenterPointEnergy.com/SmartSavings.

How does CenterPoint Energy's (CNP) Budget Billing program work in 2025?

CenterPoint Energy's Budget Billing program helps customers manage seasonal cost fluctuations by spreading energy costs evenly throughout the year, making monthly bills more predictable.

What financial assistance options does CenterPoint Energy (CNP) provide for customers in 2025?

CenterPoint Energy offers payment plans for customers facing financial hardship and provides referrals to assistance resources through their Billing Resource Hub.

What safety protocols does CenterPoint Energy (CNP) recommend for natural gas leaks in 2025?

If customers detect a 'rotten egg' odor indicating natural gas, CenterPoint Energy recommends leaving the area on foot immediately, calling 911, and notifying the company while avoiding any actions that could cause sparks.