March 26, 2025
Preparing your home with energy-efficient tips can save you money during hot or cold weather. That’s why Starkville Utilities is presenting free EnergyRight workshops that focus on simple, low-cost strategies to manage heating and cooling expenses.
“Our energy workshops have been very well received throughout the community, and we’ve been adding dates so more people can attend,” said General Manager Edward Kemp.
“Participants have learned that they can make a noticeable impact on heating and cooling bills by using do-it-yourself tips to increase efficiency.
“Helping customers get the most out of their utility services is a top priority for us,” Kemp said, “and saving money on bills is part of that mission.”
Customers are invited to attend one of the community workshops listed below:
| Tuesday, April 8 | ||
| 6 - 7 p.m. | Peter’s Rock COGIC | 223 Dr. MLK, Jr Dr. W. |
| Wednesday, April 9 | ||
| 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Needmore Center | 610 E. Gillespie St. |
| 1 - 2 p.m. | Needmore Center | 610 E. Gillespie St. |
| 5 - 5:45 p.m. | First Methodist Church | 200 W. Lampkin St. |
| Tuesday, April 8 | ||
| 10 -11 a.m. | GTPD/AARP Senior Group | 106 Miley Dr. |
| 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m | Starkville Sportsplex Annex | 401 Lynn Lane |
| 1 - 2 p.m. | Starkville Sportsplex Annex | 401 Lynn Lane |
| 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. | Episcopal Church | 105 N. Montgomery St. |
During workshops, Starkville Utilities’ EnergyRight expert will review energy-saving practices and products that can save money, such as weatherstripping, insulation, HVAC maintenance and lighting management. Attendees also will receive free energy starter kits valued at $40.
In addition to providing energy-saving tips, Starkville Utilities will give an overview of the new customer portal, SmartHub. Workshop participants will learn how to enroll in SmartHub and use this powerful tool to manage their usage, review past bills and set up usage alerts.
“We make sure that EnergyRight workshops are a worthwhile investment of our customers’ time,” Kemp said. “The payoff comes in having more control over utility expenses and keeping more money in their pockets for other important living expenses.”
Starkville Utilities is a municipally owned and operated electric and water utility, serving more than 14,000 residences, businesses and industries in Starkville as well as the state’s largest institution of higher learning, Mississippi State University.