RurAL CAP provides weatherization and rehabilitation services in Western and Northwestern Alaska as well as in the City and Borough of Juneau. Weatherization is the division’s longest-standing program.

The focus of weatherization is to increase the safety, energy-efficiency and comfort of the homes served. Unlike similar programs in other areas of Alaska and the Lower 48, the Western/Northwestern Alaska program serves an entire community at one time, rather than individuals scattered among multiple communities. RurAL CAP weatherization projects take 1-3 years to complete, depending on the size of the community being served.

Homes receiving weatherization services must be occupied by income eligible homeowners. Priority is given to Elders, handicapped individuals, and households with children under the age of six. In all weatherization and rehabilitation projects, local hire is an important element which provides employment and leaves communities with a more skilled labor pool.

2009 Weatherization Communities
Alakanuk, Emmonak, Juneau, Kipnuk, Kivalina, Kwethluk, Nome, Nunam Iqua, St. Michael and Tununak

2008 Weatherization Statistics
•  204 households with 736 family members served in Ambler (7), Atmautluak (3), Juneau (70), Kiana (36), Kwethluk (36), Nightmute (33) and St. Michael (9) 
•  79 people were hired and trained locally



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