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On sunny, hot days, close window dressings.
- Closed window dressings help keep rooms cooler and prevent the loss of cooled air. This is particularly helpful on extremely hot days.
- When your AC is on, close your window dressings more.
- Studies demonstrate that medium-colored draperies with white-plastic backings can reduce heat gains by 33%*
*U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, ENERGY STAR program
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If I complete this measure, can I track my savings over time?If you mark an item on your plan as completed, we will track your estimated energy use and savings over time. We can use this to find additional savings options.
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Are there other low cost ideas to save money in addition to my Action Plan?In addition to your Action Plan, you can search through our Energy Tips. There are ideas for quick behavior changes, weekend projects, maintenance, when it breaks, health and comfort, and other energy saving ideas. You can easily add those to your action plan.