October was proclaimed Energy Awareness Month in 1991 by President George Bush and since then, the U.S. Department of Energy has been conducting energy awareness campaigns that promote the wise and efficient use of our nation's energy. This year's Energy Awareness Month theme, Working to Secure a Clean Energy Future encourages everyone to work together to make wise energy choices.
In the spirit of this holiday, Governor Timothy Kaine announced yesterday that Virginia’s second annual sales tax holiday on energy efficient products will take place October 10-13, 2008. During this year’s holiday, Virginians will be exempt from paying sales tax on ENERGY STAR and WaterSense qualified products that cost $2,500 or less. These products include energy efficient products such as compact fluorescent light bulbs, ceiling fans, clothes washers, dehumidifiers, dishwashers, programmable thermostats, refrigerators and room air conditioners, and water efficient products such as certain toilets and faucets. So, if you're thinking about product replacements, consider this opportunity for saving a few extra dollars.
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