News Release

March 7, 2007

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CITY OF SASKATOON AND SASKPOWER ANNOUNCE BRIGHT PARTNERSHIP

The City of Saskatoon and SaskPower are partnering to make Saskatoon a more energy-efficient community by giving away 8,000 compact fluorescent lights (CFLs).

“We are pleased to announce our partnership with SaskPower and our shared commitment to making Saskatoon a more environmentally-friendly place to live,” said Mayor Donald Atchison. “Switching to energy-efficient lighting is an easy way for everyone to save on their electrical bill, and help Saskatoon meet its greenhouse gas emissions reduction target.”

“We want everyone in Saskatoon to know that installing ENERGY STAR® CFLs in every light fixture is one of the smartest investments they can make,” Minister responsible for SaskPower John Nilson said.

“If Saskatoon residents use all 8,000 CFLs being given away in this promotion to replace standard 60-watt bulbs in their homes, our city could save enough electricity to power over 100 homes for an entire year and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by more than 800 tonnes,” says Sheri Praski, manager, City of Saskatoon Environmental Services.

CFLs use at least 66 per cent less electricity than standard light bulbs and last up to 10 times longer. As well as being better for the environment, CFLs are money savers. Each 15-watt CFL can save up to $35 in electricity costs over its lifetime.

On Saturday, March 24, the City of Saskatoon and SaskPower will give away 5,000 CFLs at the Saskatoon Home Depot (707 Circle Drive) between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. The 15-watt compact fluorescent light (CFL) bulbs will be distributed in two-packs to the first 2,500 customers who arrive. The remaining 3,000 CFLs in this program will be distributed through other joint promotions over the coming months.

This partnership is part of the City of Saskatoon’s efforts to reduce overall emissions as a city, and is also part of SaskPower’s ongoing efforts to help customers find ways to manage their electricity costs and reduce their impact on the environment.

For more information on the giveaway, and tips on reducing energy consumption, visit the City’s website at www.saskatoon.ca, search under ‘c’ for Compact Fluorescent Lights.

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