Ideas for saving energy

Now is a great time to consider new ways of saving energy (and money) in your home.  Click here for energy saving tips and resources.

Simple ways you can save energy include:

• Use compact fluorescent light bulbs with the ENERGY STAR label
• Turn off your computer and monitor when not in use
• Wash only full loads of clothes and dishes
• Take shorter showers
• Seal and caulk your home's air leaks
• Check your home for the recommended level of insulation
• Lower the thermostat on your water heater to 120 degrees F
• Install a programmable thermostat in your home

Visit the U.S. Department of Energy to find a wealth of information and energy saving tips that you can use in your home, at the workplace and with your vehicle.  You will learn about ways to reduce your water heating bills, what to look for in energy efficient appliances, ways you can reduce your energy use and much more.

Information provided by U. S. Department of Energy