In addition, geyser timers will be installed in homes with existing electrical geysers and energy and water efficient showerheads will also be installed at no cost to the homeowner.
Eskom will rebate the cost of all units replaced into homes, under one of its funding assistance programmes namely the Mass Residential Roll Out, with accredited installers earning a fee for installation. Eskom will remunerate Ellies for every watt saved.
"Ellies Renewable Energy already offers various energy efficient products such as light bulbs, showerheads, solar geysers, wind turbines and so forth. The brand enforces energy saving and highlights the monetary savings it brings long-term from adapting lifestyles," says Ellies Renewable Energy spokesperson Gary Wiltshire. "We need to practice what we preach if we want to be involved in this specific kind of business. It is therefore our responsibility to get involved and even lead projects of this nature."
All households around the country qualify for free replacements and are encouraged to participate, not only to assist in decreasing power demands, but also to benefit from the long-term savings. Consumers who want to benefit from this initiative can log onto www.elliesrenewable.co.za for more information.
