TMR implements State Energy Efficient
Appliance Rebate Programs

Medina, OH - May 20, 2010

TMR Inc. has recently implemented retailer-based rebate processing programs for the State Energy Efficient Appliance Rebate Programs (SEEARP) for the states of Oklahoma and Missouri. 

These programs have come off flawlessly and we are excited to pass some of the good news on to our current and prospective customers.  The combination of planning, systems, support and expertise have resulted in two of the most successful SEEARP programs in the country.  Below you will find a few customer testimonials, the related news articles and a few of the key reasons the programs are working so well:

TESTIMONIALS

Beth Schmidt, Oklahoma Department of Commerce spokeswoman, said  "We are very pleased with how well today went," Schmidt said. "Retailers are reporting great traffic and strong sales, and we've heard from many happy consumers. Vaughn Clark, director of community development for the state Commerce Department, said participating retailers are reporting a positive weekend and say no major hiccups occurred.

Cindy Carroll from The Missouri Department of Natural Resources has stated in a recent e-mail, “In my opinion, it has been the most flawless, seamless launch for any state to date!”

NEWS ARTICLES

For further details on the success of these programs, please review the attached press releases and the following news links:

• May 6, 2010, Tulsa World…Crowds expected for start of appliance rebate program
• April 19, 2010, St Louis Business Journal…Crestwood Sears sells $31,000 in appliances in 3 hours
• April 19, 2010, St Louis Post-Dispatch…Missouri stores report brisk sales for appliance rebate program
  

WHY THE SUCCESS?

TMR administered programs have been successful due in part to the following:

• A Retailer Based Program–Giving the responsibility to the retailers, those that know the process the best and have the infrastructure is the critical step in a successful program.
• An Easy to Use Online Interface– A user-friendly online interface uniquely designed for retailer and consumer access to register, verify and track each individual claim.
• Real-Time Reporting – Allows users accessing the rebate website to immediately see if funds are still available and allows the state to accurately know the status of the program at all times by reports generated from the state’s access to the website.
• Fraud Prevention – Retailer or Contractor verifies authenticity and eligibility of sale while providing consumer with rebate form to mail in.
• Efficient Claims Processing– Verification and auditing of claims to prevent duplication, errors or omissions prior to processing rebate check.
• Comprehensive Customer Service – Continuous support to consumers via e-mail or our toll-free call center and customer service/helpdesk support for consumers, retail partners and state administrators.