Van Buren Housing Authority Receives $139,000 in Rebates Through Arkansas Oklahoma Gas Energy Efficiency Program

07/09/2024

Fort Smith, Arkansas (July 9, 2024) – Arkansas Oklahoma Gas (AOG) is proud to present the Van Buren Housing Authority a $139,000 energy efficiency rebate check. The Van Buren Housing Authority successfully installed 199 tankless water heaters for its tenants, significantly enhancing home comfort and efficiency. Beyond the initial cash rebate, the installation of high-efficiency equipment lowers utility bills and significantly enhances overall home quality and comfort.

"The success of the Van Buren Housing Authority project is a testament to the positive impact of our rebate program," said Danielle Beckham, AOG Senior Energy Efficiency Consultant. "By providing financial incentives, we aim to make high-efficiency equipment more accessible, ensuring our customers the benefit from long-term energy savings."

"We are extremely excited about this opportunity with Arkansas Oklahoma Gas," said Dayna Cochran, Executive Director of Van Buren Housing Authority. "This initiative is a huge step forward in our mission to provide affordable and sustainable housing solutions. The energy savings will directly benefit our residents, and the environmental impact aligns perfectly with our goal of creating a greener community."

The AOG Equipment Rebate Program offers substantial incentives for installing high-efficiency equipment such as tankless water heaters, high-efficiency furnaces, and smart thermostats. The program helps customers receive rebates for installing new or replacement equipment, ensuring they benefit from high-quality, long-lasting solutions that offer significant savings and optimize energy usage.

For more information about the AOG Equipment Rebate Program or to apply for a rebate, please visit https://aogc.com/ResidentialRebates for residential rebates and https://aogc.com/BusinessRebates for business rebates

Background on Summit Utilities, Inc.

Summit Utilities, Inc. owns natural gas distribution subsidiaries that operate in Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Texas. The company provides safe, clean, and affordable natural gas to businesses and residents in six states through Arkansas Oklahoma Gas, Colorado Natural Gas, Summit Natural Gas of Maine, Summit Natural Gas of Missouri, Summit Utilities Arkansas, and Summit Utilities Oklahoma. Each of Summit’s natural gas distribution and transmission subsidiaries constructs and installs natural gas distribution systems with the goal of supporting economic development by providing safe and reliable natural gas to residential and commercial customers through exceptional customer service and commitment to community. Overall, Summit entities serve approximately 625,000 customers and operate more than 23,400 miles of pipeline.