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JANUARY 2021

REMINDER: UTILITY SHUTOFF MORATORIUM THROUGH MARCH 15, 2021

In OctoberGovernor Phil Murphy extended a moratorium via Executive Order 190, preventing New Jersey residents from having their utilities disconnected through at least March 15, 2021. The moratorium applies to all residential gas, electric and water utilities, both public and private. Further, the utilities will not be charging any late fees for arrearages. The Executive Order also expanded the moratorium to internet service in households where school age children may be using the internet for educational purposes.

HEAT THINGS UP THIS WINTER WITH THESE ENERGY SAVING TIPS

Check out our winter energy saving tips to learn how you can keep warm while lowering energy bill costs. We offer energy-saving solutions and rebates that will keep you comfortable and put more money in your pocket this winter.

Consider having a contractor conduct an energy assessment on your home and receive a report listing recommended measures, along with financial incentives available to pay for the work. Learn more about Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® here.

SUCCESSFUL CONCLUSION OF FIRST PHASE OF

CHARGE UP NEW JERSEY ELECTRIC VEHICLE PROGRAM

The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) concluded Phase One of the State’s Charge Up New Jersey electric vehicle (EV) incentive program on December 15. Announced by Governor Murphy in January 2020, Phase One of the program started issuing incentives in May and provides “post-purchase” incentives for eligible EVs. NJBPU anticipates Phase Two will begin in summer 2021 and provide incentives at the time of purchase.

To learn more about Charge Up New Jersey, please visit chargeup.njcleanenergy.com.

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Join the thousands of New Jersey residents, homeowners, businesses, and municipalities that have taken advantage of incentives offered by New Jersey's Clean Energy Program. The program provides opportunities for you to save energy and money while helping to protect our climate and shorelines.

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