U-$ave

To help households cope with the higher electricity bills in 2008, the Government has provided assistance through U-Save rebates, targeted at those with the greatest needs.

For the Household Average consumption of Electricity, please refer to SP Services' website
*information obtained from the Ministry of Finance www.mof.gov.sg

Examples of households which have benefited from U-Save


	No of family members:	3
	Type of residence:	HDB 3-Room Flat
	Average utilities bill (Jan-Nov 2008):	$83 per month
	[Electricity charges comprised 59% of the overall utilities bill]

	Total U-Save received in 2008:	$310
	U-Save covered around 4 months of utilities charges


	No of family members:	5
	Type of residence:	HDB 4-Room Flat
	Average utilities bill (Jan-Nov 2008):	$130 per month
	[Electricity charges comprised 54% of the overall utilities bill]

	Total U-Save received in 2008:	$295
	U-Save covered more than 2 months of utilities charges