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Energy-Efficiency Saving Tips
Home Energy-Efficiency Saving Tips
Simple changes in your daily routine can reduce your electricity use at home and increase your savings. From turning off and unplugging your electronics to upgrading your bulbs to opening the blinds, there’s a wide range of energy-efficient options for home lighting.
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The TV you choose—and how you use it—determines how much energy it consumes. If you’re concerned about how much energy your TV uses, consider buying a smaller TV or an LED TV that uses less power or watching less.
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Computing Energy Use
Improve computer efficiency by powering down and avoiding “phantom” energy use. Consider upgrading to a flat-panel LCD monitor, lowering the brightness, and upgrading your video card. A more powerful video card is more efficient.
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Stop Energy Thieves
Reduce the energy load of your small electronics and appliances. Get into the habit and follow this mantra: turn it off, unplug it, optimize settings, measure your use with a monitor/meter, and save.
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Indoor & Outdoor Lighting
Set the mood for savings with dimmers, timers, and more. Turn lights off whenever possible and try to work by daylight. Try LED (light-emitting diode) bulbs and check if rebates are available when buying them.
Large Appliances
A few simple changes to cleaning and drying your clothes, using your dishwasher, or buying Energy Star® appliances can significantly impact energy savings.
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Heating & Cooling
Is the House too cold or too warm? Did you know it’s possible to control your home’s temperature naturally without electrical equipment? Follow these simple techniques to heat and cool your home more cost-effectively.
Build Energy-Efficiency at Home
You’ll be surprised how much energy and money you can save with a few upgrades.
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Energy Star® Products
When purchasing appliances and lighting, consider buying an Energy Star® model. Energy Star® products must meet strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Energy. These guidelines are more rigorous than federal standards and vary by product category. Energy Star® products are also energy efficient and will help save on energy usage costs overall. Learn more at Energy Star®.
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