The Tennessee Valley Authority announced Monday that it is offering a series of free virtual energy workshops to help people learn techniques to save energy and reduce their power bills.
"During COVID-19, the virtual workshop is a safe way to learn about what is driving your home’s energy costs and the steps you can take, such as installing insulation, weather stripping, duct sealing and energy-efficient lightbulbs, to save money each month," officials said. "Complete a workshop survey for a free Home Energy Starter Kit valued at $25 to help you make your home more comfortable this winter."
Register for one of the following workshops at https://EnergyRight.com/workshops.
• Tuesday, Sept. 29, 11 a.m.
• Wednesday, Oct. 14, 6:30 p.m.
• Thursday, Oct. 29, 11 a.m.
• Thursday, Nov. 12, 6:30 p.m.
• Thursday, Nov. 19, 11 a.m.
• Tuesday, Dec. 8, 6:30 p.m.
To ensure the entire family has good energy habits, TVA is offering additional one-hour Eye Spy Energy Workshops for children.
"Hang out with the TVA EnergyRight Monsters, who will teach children where energy comes from, the ways we use energy and how they can help their parents save energy and money. The workshops are ideal for children first grade through fifth grade," officials said.
Parents can register children for the following workshops at https://energyright.com/residential/energy-monsters/:
• Tuesday, Oct. 6, 11a.m.
• Tuesday, Oct. 20, 5 p.m.
• Wednesday, Nov. 4, 11 a.m.
• Tuesday, Nov. 17, 5 p.m.
• Thursday, Dec. 3, 11 a.m.