1. Energy Saving Tips Everyone Can Do
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- Turn off equipment and appliances - such as lights, televisions stereos, DVD players, and computers - when you're not using them.
- Heating/Air Conditioning system: Keep exterior doors and windows closed when using your system. Set your themostat according to the manufacturer's instructions for the most efficient use of the heating or air conditioning system. Clean or replace filters monthly during operating season. Keep your system clean, lubricated and properly adjusted.
- In Winter, open window coverings on sunny days to help warm the rooms. In summer, close them to help keep the room cool during the day.
- Close the damper when not using your fireplace. Turn your heating system down when using your fireplace to prevent heated air from escaping outdoors.
- Refrigeraor: Give the unit breathing room, clean the coils, and don't set the temperature too low. Fresh foods keep at 37 to 42Degrees F, frozen foods at 0 to 5DegreesF. Unplug your second refrigerator and/or freezer. Better yet, recycle it and get some cash in return!
- Clothes washer/dryer: Do only full loads when using your clothes washer and dryer. Wash in cold water, or wash in warm water and rinse in cold water. Clean the dryer lint trap after each use. Check vent for clogging. Or, line-dry your clothes if possible.
- Water heater: Lower the water heater temperature to 120DegreesDegrees F or "low" (130Degrees F or "medium" if you have a dishwasher without its own heating element.
- Dishwasher: Wash only full loads. Use the energy saver, air dry cycle, or if possible, open the door and let dishes dry naturally.