IndyStar: Utility companies, Indiana offer billing assistance for winter home heating

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Citizens Energy Group and AES Indiana have launched a collaboration to educate Hoosiers about potential energy assistance programs as utility bills go up when the temperature drops.

The campaign, dubbed Utilities Unite for Customers, will include social media posts, mailing inserts and emails to customers outlining available federal, state and local assistance programs designed to reduce utility bills or provide other help to customers.

“We know many customers are struggling financially under the burdens of inflation, especially for essentials such as food, clothing, and gasoline,” Jeffrey Harrison, president and CEO of Citizens, said in a written statement. “That’s why we are increasing our efforts to assist customers in need and partnering with AES Indiana to maximize resources and increase awareness and utilization of assistance programs.”