KITCHEN INVITES PUBLIC TO ENERGY CONSERVATION WORKSHOPS

            PHILADELPHIA, February 21: Residents can gain a basic understanding of the best and most cost-effective ways to reduce their energy usage at upcoming Energy Conservation Workshops, sponsored by state Sen. Shirley Kitchen (D-Philadelphia).

            “Homeowners can take some simple steps to keep out the cold and keep their energy bills down this winter,” Kitchen said. “I encourage everyone to come to an upcoming workshop and get valuable cost-cutting advice.”

            The Energy Conservation Workshops will take place on the following dates:

·         Tuesday, Feb. 26 at 6 p.m. at the Greater Brewerytown CDC, 3000A W. Master St. This event is also a community meeting.

·         Wednesday, Feb. 27 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at SunRise CDC, 3949 N. Broad St. This event is hosted by the Nicetown CDC.

·         Wednesday, March 5 from 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. at the Yorkhouse, 5325 Old York Road.

·         Wednesday, March 12 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Hospital, 16^th Street and Girard Avenue.

             Attendees will learn how to seal their home through tips on using plastic storm windows, weather stripping and V-seal. Learn how to use a caulk gun and how to install foam insulation, rope caulk and automatic clock thermostats. Free weatherization materials will be offered.