COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) — Colorado Springs Utilities (CSU) says customers often see a significant increase in natural gas use as colder temperatures move in, up to six times more than during warmer months.

To help ease this burden, CSU says they are offering support in the following ways:

payment assistance programs

rebates

energy-saving tips

Starting Saturday, eligible customers can apply for Low-income Energy Assistance Programs (LEAP), which helps qualifying households cover winter home heating costs. You can apply by calling Pikes Peak United Way at 211.

Last year, CSU says more than 9,000 customers received LEAP assistance, which resulted in more than $4.2 million in support for heating expenses.

CSU also offers Project COPE, which provides bill payment assistance to any

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