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24-04-2025
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Consumers Energy Honors Earth Month with Appliance Recycling Rebates, Events
Neighbors can reduce their carbon footprint and save on the cost of energy bills by recycling old appliances JACKSON, Mich., April 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Spring cleaning just got sweeter! Throughout the month of April, Consumers Energy is upping its commitment to a greener Michigan by offering its electric customers an opportunity to save extra on their energy bills while protecting the planet. For a limited time this April, qualifying electric customers can get an additional $20 rebate on top of the existing $50 incentive for recycling a refrigerator or freezer and can get $15 for recycling smaller appliances like AC units, dehumidifiers and compact refrigerators/freezers. As part of Consumers Energy's year-round appliance recycling program, any electric customer can recycle their empty appliances in working order. The special $70 refrigerator/freezer promotion runs through April 30. "This is just one of the many ways you can Count on Us to help you save money," said Lauren Snyder, Consumers Energy's vice president of customer experience. "By taking this simple step – out with the old and in with the new, you can take control of your bill and increase savings for you and your family in both the short and long term." Old refrigerators use three times the energy of newer ones. Neighbors can save up to $150 a year on their bills according to by taking advantage of the program. Since establishing its appliance recycling program in 2009 over 330,000 large appliances have been recycled. With Consumers Energy's Earth Month promotion, we'll pick up your working appliance for free, help you save energy, and make spring cleaning a breeze. "It was very easy to schedule my appointment, and the appliance pickup was completely painless," one customer said. Customers wanting to schedule an appliance pick up can call 866-234-0445. Consumers Energy is also offering 10 upcoming appliance recycling events now through September in areas across the state. For a full list of upcoming appliance recycling opportunities, visit In addition to is Appliance Recycling program, Consumers Energy provides customers with the power to reduce energy waste and lower bills through other energy efficiency and demand response programs like the Smart Thermostat program, Home Energy Analysis, and Water Heater rebates. To find out what other programs or rebates you may qualify for, visit Consumers Energy is Michigan's largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state's 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7. For more information about Consumers Energy, go to Check out Consumers Energy on Social Media Facebook: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Consumers Energy Sign in to access your portfolio
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17-04-2025
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Consumers Energy Delivers Over $1 Million in Rebates, Cost Savings for Grand Rapids Public Schools
Lighting projects, cooling system upgrades highlight energy efficiency efforts in 39 district buildings GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., April 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Consumers Energy is proud to partner with Grand Rapids Public Schools to empower one of the state's largest school districts to save money through Consumers Energy's energy efficiency programs. Consumers Energy is helping the district avoid nearly 5.2 million future kilowatt hours (kWh) of energy usage annually, which equates to over $500,000 a year in projected savings on the district's energy bill. The savings were achieved over a two-year period through electrical upgrades of lighting, cooling system, and HVAC systems and other improvements at 39 district buildings. Among the highlights of the work were a nearly $200,000 Consumers Energy rebate awarded to the district for new electrical equipment and other upgrades as part of the Innovation High School campus renovation, and nearly $30,000 for making energy efficient lighting updates at Alger Middle School. "The money we're investing back to GRPS schools supports building operations and improvements to the district's learning environment," said Lauren Snyder, Consumers Energy's vice president of customer experience. "We are committed to doing our part to educate and empower the district through our energy efficiency programs to help all Michiganders save energy and save money." "Partnering with Consumers Energy to reduce our energy usage helps us minimize our environmental impact and lower costs, allowing our district to invest more in our scholars, families, and staff," said Dr. Leadriane Roby, superintendent of schools for Grand Rapids Public Schools. Consumers Energy provides customers with the power to reduce energy waste and lower bills through energy efficiency and demand response programs like the Smart Thermostat program, Home Energy Analysis, Appliance Recycling and Water Heater rebates. And in conjunction with the company's Clean Energy Plan, which uses natural gas as a fuel source to generate baseload power, Consumers Energy's plan creates price stability and will save about $600 million through 2040. To find out what programs or rebates you may qualify for, visit Consumers Energy is Michigan's largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state's 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7. For more information about Consumers Energy, go to Check out Consumers Energy on Social Media Facebook: Instagram: View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Consumers Energy
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05-02-2025
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Sounds Like an Awesome Deal: Grab the JBL Go 3 Portable Speaker for Only $37
PCMag editors select and review products independently. If you buy through affiliate links, we may earn commissions, which help support our testing. Ready to upgrade your tech with today's Walmart deals? The Fitbit Charge 6 keeps you on track with 40 workout modes, heart rate syncing, and a week of battery life for 22% off! The Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) saves you energy with AI-powered learning and a sleek display, now $55 off. Lately, for those looking for portable sound, the JBL Go 3 offers solid audio and waterproof durability, excellent for outdoor fun, at 26% off. Don't miss these great deals! If today's deals aren't doing it for you, check out the savings we found on January 31 and January 30. The Fitbit Charge 6 fitness tracker is packed with features like 40 workout modes, built-in Google Maps and Wallet, and even syncs your heart rate to gym equipment. The side button makes navigating super easy, and the mobile app lets you track all your data. Plus, it lasts up to a week on a single charge. Our expert Angela Moscaritolo says, "the affordable Fitbit Charge 6 remains the best fitness tracker on the market." It even won the Editors' Choice award and an 'Outstanding' rating in our Fitbit Charge 6 review. Apple Watch Series 10 (GPS, 42mm, Black, S/M, Sports Band) for $329.00 (List Price $399.00) Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 (Bluetooth 44mm, Graphite) for $169.99 (List Price $229.00) Amazfit Active 42mm Smartwatch With 14 Days Battery Life for $84.99 (List Price $109.99) Apple Watch SE 2nd Gen (GPS, 40mm, Midnight, M/L, Sports Band) for $169.00 (List Price $249.00) Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra (Wi-Fi, LTE, 47mm, Titanium Silver) for $529.99 (List Price $649.99) *Deals are selected by our commerce team The Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) offers a sleek design and a large display that's easy to read from across the room. Our expert, John R. Delaney, says, "A large display, pleasing aesthetics, and remote room sensing are all good reasons to consider using the fourth-generation Nest Learning Thermostat." Therefore, it earned an 'Excellent' rating in our review. The real magic is its AI-powered learning which figures out your heating and cooling habits and adjusts automatically to save energy. It also comes with a remote sensor, making sure every room stays comfortable along with today's $50+ discount. Google Nest Smart Home Thermostat (2020 Model, Snow) for $99.98 (List Price $129.99) Emerson Sensi ST55 Wi-Fi Smart Thermostat for $83.99 (List Price $129.99) Meross MTS200 Smart Wi-Fi Thermostat for $74.99 (List Price $99.99) Honeywell Home T9 Wi-Fi Smart Thermostat With Room Sensor for $157.99 (List Price $209.99) Emerson Sensi Touch 2 ST76W Wi-Fi Smart Thermostat for $169.00 (List Price $209.99) *Deals are selected by our commerce team The JBL Go 3 is a solid portable speaker for any music lover on a budget. It delivers crisp, rich audio for its size and is fully waterproof, making it a reliable option for outdoor adventures. The compact design means it's super easy to carry around, and while it doesn't have a lot of controls, it still performs impressively well for its price. As our expert Tim Gideon puts it, "The JBL Go 3 delivers solid audio from a tough frame for $10 less." It earned an Excellent rating in our JBL Go 3 review for its performance, especially considering its affordable price with a 26% discount. Beats Pill Wireless Portable Bluetooth Speaker (Matte Black) for $99.99 (List Price $149.95) Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 2nd Gen Wireless Speaker for $222.39 (List Price $299.00) Bang & Olufsen Beosound Explore Portable Bluetooth Speaker for $203.52 (List Price $249.00) Sony ULT Field 1 Wireless Ultra Portable Bluetooth Speaker (Black) for $98.00 (List Price $129.99) JBL Charge 5 Portable Bluetooth Speaker for $139.95 (List Price $179.95) *Deals are selected by our commerce team Find even more tech deals at Walmart today, and keep on saving!
