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March 2011 Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency If you purchase an energy-efficient product or renewable energy system for your home, you may be eligible for a federal tax credit. The following products are eligible at 30% of the cost, with no upper limit, through 2016 • Geothermal Heat Pump • Solar Energy Systems • Wind Energy Systems • Fuel Cells • Vehicles For details about eligible energy-efficient products, visit www.energysavers.gov PWC on the Air Join host, Wendy Riddle, as PWC Connections presents ‘The Best of 2010’ featuring the viewers favorite shows of 2010. Airs on Time Warner Community Channels 7 and 60 on Tuesdays. Ch. 7 - March 8, 22 - 8 pm Ch. 60 - March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 10 am and 4 pm Learn about: • Lineman Rodeo • Water Wise Garden at Cape Fear Botanical Garden • Restore’s Recycled Art Show • United Way’s Leadership Program PWC is proud to continue its designation as a Reliable Public Power Provider (RP3 ) for providing its customers with the highest degree of reliable and safe electric service, making your PWC electric services a great value. 2 UCW FEB. 23 - MARCH 1, 2011 Annual Water Treatment Process Change During March Each year, PWC is required by the NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources to temporarily stop adding ammonia to its water treatment disinfection pro- cess. Beginning Tuesday, March 1, 2011. PWC will stop the addition of ammonia and will resume adding it to the water treatment process on Friday, April 1, 2011. Because of the change, the use of chlorine may be more noticeable during March. Some users of water may also experience periods of discolored water as a result of the system maintenance during this process. PWC will “flush” water out of the system by opening fire hydrants and allowing water to flow freely. Flip The Switch! At 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 26, 2011, Earth Hour will celebrate a worldwide commitment to ongoing change for the betterment of the one thing that unites us all – the planet. You can make a difference with the flip of a switch during Earth Hour. Join other Fayetteville citizens, PWC, the City of Fayetteville, and Sustainable Sandhills to make a positive impact in the fight against climate change. Turning your lights off for one hour sends the message that you care about the Earth. For more information visit www.earthhour.org. Planting a Tree for Arbor Day? Plan Before You Plant! Trees are a beautiful addition to your property and offer shade that can help lower your electric bill, but when planted in the wrong place, may disrupt your power. When planting new trees, use proper tree placement and avoid potential problems by following these guidelines: • When planting under or within 25 feet of power lines, only plant shrubs or trees that won’t grow more than 20 feet high. Your local nursery and garden center can give you recommendations on appropriate trees for your yard. Dogwoods and Crepe Myrtles are good choices, and Crepe Myrtles and Holly are especially drought resistant. • Before you plant a tree, shrubs, or garden plants, make sure you know where your underground lines are. Just Call NC One Call at 1-800-632-4949 (State law requires a 48-hour notice) They will locate and mark utility line locations. It’s smart, safe and free! • It’s also important not to plant near utility underground transformers — those green boxes used when electric services are underground. Water customers should be aware that during March, there could still be traces of ammonia in the water that would need to be removed prior to the water being used in fish aquariums and ponds, kidney dialysis and some commercial manufacturing of food and beverage. Customers with questions about this required procedure may contact PWC at 910-483-1382. Information about the water treatment process is also available on the PWC website at www.faypwc.com. Customer Service - Now Located at 955 Old Wilmington Road Telephone Service 483-1382 Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 8:00 pm, excluding holidays We’re On It! 1-877-OUR-PWC1 24-Hour Emergency Visit Us Online Pay the easy way at: www.faypwc.com WWW.UPANDCOMINGWEEKLY.COM