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Close the doors and windows when HVAC systems are turned on.
- The unwanted escape of heated or cooled air is often one of the greatest causes of wasted heating and cooling energy.
- An open window can result in a 20 percent airflow loss. *
* U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, ENERGY STAR program
Get Started
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1To reduce the unwanted loss of heated and/or cooled air, it is important to limit the time outside doors and windows are open.
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2To continue saving energy and make your home more comfortable visit the Ameren Missouri Heating and Cooling Program for a list of resources and available rebates.
Frequently Asked Questions
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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.