The Carbondale NAACP Branch wants to help the community find ways to save energy.
The organization teamed up with Ameren on Tuesday to educate others on how switching to LED light bulbs, and even finding a better showerhead, can help lower energy costs.
Ed Dorsey, the Carbondale NAACP Branch Representative, says they also provided information about the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program.
"It's a valuable program. It probably provides $500 credit on your light bill or your energy bill."
Agencies serving southern Illinois include Western Egyptian Economic Opportunity Council, the Shawnee Development Council, Crosswalk Community Action Agency, Wabash Area Development, and BCMW Community Services.
