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Here are actions to take around your house that can help you save energy. Click on the "Why and How" links to learn more.
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Power off office electronics when not in use.
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Minimize pre-heating time to save energy.
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Check and repair weatherstripping.
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Consider adding motion sensors to outdoor lighting.
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Only wash and dry full loads of laundry.
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Aim for a five-minute shower.
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Unplug/turn off computers & electronics at night.
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Insulate hot-water pipes.
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Install low flow shower heads.
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Install low-flow faucet aerators.
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Turn off lights.
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Replace your clothes washer with an energy efficient model. Take Action
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Replace your clothes washer with an energy efficient model.
Replace your dishwasher with an energy efficient model. Take Action
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Replace your dishwasher with an energy efficient model.
Consider LED interior & exterior lighting. Take Action
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Consider LED interior & exterior lighting.
Ensure Your Air Vents are Clean and Clear
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Change Your HVAC Filters
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Cut Costs with Ceiling Fans
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Consider replacing your pool pump and heater. Take Action
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Consider replacing your pool pump and heater.
Keep the heated or conditioned air indoors. Take Action
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Keep the heated or conditioned air indoors.
Consider LED bulbs for track lighting.
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On cold winter days, let the sunshine in!
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Avoid running hot water for thawing food.
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Choose a laptop over a desktop.
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Install a smart thermostat.
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Program your thermostat.
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Consider replacing lamp lightbulbs with LEDs.
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Move furniture away from vents.
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Only run your dishwasher with full loads of dishes.
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Set your refrigerator temperature to 35° F.
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Close off unused rooms.
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Weatherize drafty windows.
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Rinse your clothes with cold water.
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Lower the temperature settings for heating to 68° F.
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Replace your old fridge or freezer with an energy efficient model. Take Action
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Replace your old fridge or freezer with an energy efficient model.
Raise the temperature settings for cooling to 78° F.
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Consider solar lighting for outdoors.
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Close the doors and windows when HVAC systems are turned on.
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Consider adding a solar pool cover. Take Action
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Consider adding a solar pool cover.
Shut off your heating and cooling system when not in the house.
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Fix leaky faucets.
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It's time to clean the coils on your refrigerator!
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Use your dishwasher during off peak hours only.
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Cover bare floors with rugs.
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Use clothes washing equipment during off peak hours only.
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It's time to clean your humidifier!
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On sunny, hot days, close window dressings.
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Turn your dehumidifier setting up to 70%.
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Keep your freezer full.
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Opt for fans and open windows, instead of AC.
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Check that air intake and exhausts are clear of debris.
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Consider adding dimmers to your lighting. Take Action
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Consider adding dimmers to your lighting.
Lower your water heater temperature.
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Turn off the hot water heater when you go on vacation.
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Change your furnace filters quarterly.
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Wrap older water heaters with insulation jackets.
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Consider using LED string lights for the holidays.
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Run your pool filter pump in morning & evening only.
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Schedule an HVAC system tune-up.
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Install an advanced power strip.
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Install one or more programmable thermostats. Take Action
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Install one or more programmable thermostats.