Flathead Electric efficiency kits

Flathead Electric Co-op is offering free efficiency kits to any member who requests one.

The kits contain eight LED bulbs and are mailed out by the Co-op.

This program will benefit Flathead Electric Co-op members in more ways than one, according to FEC director of energy and member services, Ross Holter, who notes that the program helps the Co-op meet the federal efficiency requirements set by the Bonneville Power Administration.

“We pay a certain amount for energy efficiency through our wholesale power rates with BPA,” he said. “Offering these free energy kits ensures that we are good stewards of our members’ money. And, it directly benefits FEC members by giving them access to free LED bulbs, which provides them with an easy way to use energy more efficiently.”

The A19 bulbs are 800 lumens (equivalent to 60 watts), warm white and dimmable, and are estimated to last 15,000 hours.

Holter notes that achieving energy efficiency in a home usually requires making an upfront investment before savings can be realized. So, the fact that these LED bulbs are free for the asking is an uncommon opportunity that all members should take advantage of.

This program will be available until Sept. 15 or while supplies last, so FEC members who would like to receive free LED bulbs need to order them at their earliest convenience. To do that, visit flatheadelectric.com/freebulbs or call 406-751-4483.