FAQS (PARENTS)
What is the Austin Energy All-Stars Program?
The Austin Energy All-Stars Program was developed to teach students easy ways to use energy more efficiently in their homes. Program content supports Texas (TEKS) Academic State Standards so it is easily integrated into existing curriculum.
Who is Austin Energy?
Austin Energy is the nation’s eighth largest publicly-owned electric utility and a department of the City of Austin. Austin Energy’s mission is to safely deliver clean, affordable, reliable energy and excellent customer service. For more information, please click here.
Is there a cost to participate in the Austin Energy All-Stars Program?
There is no cost to you, your child’s teacher or your school district to participate in the Austin Energy All-Stars Program. Franklin Energy develops and implements the Austin Energy All-Stars Program on behalf of Austin Energy.
What is included in the Austin Energy All-Stars Program?
The Austin Energy All-Stars Program comes with a teacher book that contains lesson plans and engaging activities which will be used inside and outside of the classroom. Each teacher and student will receive an Austin Energy All-Stars Kit, Student Guide and Student Workbook. The kit includes energy efficient products that will help students implement classroom lessons at home. Kit items include:
- 9-watt LED
- 7-Plug Advanced Power Strip
- Digital Thermometer
Why should my family participate in the Austin Energy All-Stars Program?
Everyone can learn to use energy more efficiently at home. When you discover ways your family can improve, you will maximize your savings while minimizing your environmental impact.
What does my family need to do?
Participation requirements are minimal. Your child will be given an Austin Energy All-Stars Program Kit, which includes products that utilize the latest efficiency technologies. You and your child should install the products together and complete the homework assignments. The Student Workbook explains what to do. When your child returns the completed workbook, they will receive a Certificate of Achievement from Austin Energy!
How do I install the products provided in the Austin Energy All-Stars Kit?
To learn how to install the products provided in the Austin Energy All-Stars Kit, please click here.
Can I get another Austin Energy All-Stars Kit?
We apologize, but only one kit is available to each student.
How is the information in the Student Surveys used?
The information provided by your student is used to measure the knowledge gained by program participants, gauge the effectiveness of the program activities, gather demographic data, and estimate the overall energy savings that are reported to the Public Utility Commission of Texas. The information requested in the surveys in no way connects us with your private account information and CANNOT be used for any other purposes than those described above.
What other money-saving opportunities does Austin Energy offer?
Austin Energy has a variety of energy efficiency programs to help you save energy and money. Check your parent pack inside your child’s Austin Energy All-Stars Kit for more information, or click here.
What do I do if a LED Light Bulb breaks?
LED Light Bulbs do not contain hazardous materials, and therefore can safely be disposed of the same way you would dispose of a broken glass. However, 95% of a LED Light Bulb is recyclable, so recycling your LED Light Bulbs is the best way to dispose of them. Simply call your local Waste Management Company to learn the recycling policy in your area, or visit your local home improvement store – most will do the recycling for you.
