Save energy, save money, stay comfortable

Saving energy is a smart way to cut your monthly bills. Small actions—like switching off lights, unplugging devices, or using energy-saving bulbs—can make a big difference. Over time, these easy steps help you keep more money in your pocket while also caring for the environment.

Your Air Conditioner can cause almost 58% of energy usage during summer months.

Free ways to save energy

Set your air conditioner wisely: 78°F when you’re at home and 2–3° higher when  you’re away.
Save when it's the hottest outside: Between 2–7pm. set your air conditioner at 78°F.
Use fans: set your ceiling fans counter-clockwise and you’ll feel 4–6° cooler.
Block the heat: Close your doors and user use blinds, curtains, or solar screens to block your windows.
Follow the 20-degree rule: Don’t set AC more than 20° cooler than the outside temp.
Don’t overcool: Lowering the thermostat won’t cool faster.
Limit vent fans: Kitchen and bath fans will pull hot air inside.
Maintain: Clean your air filters twice a month between May through October.

Simple ways to save energy

Seal leaks: Keep your ducts tight so air doesn’t escape.
Maintain your cooling system: Have a professional check your filters twice a year.

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Air-source heat pumps
Central ACs with SEER 15+
Ductless heating & cooling
Room ACs
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Central AC tax credits

Your heating can account for almost 58% of your total energy use during winter months.

Easy ways to save energy

Set thermostat wisely: Set the temperature to 68°F when you are at home and 2–3° lower when you are away or asleep.
Circulate heat: Use ceiling fans clockwise on low to push warm air down.
Seal & insulate: Close your doors and windows, use curtains, and seal leaks.
Don’t overheat: Setting the thermostat higher won’t heat your home faster and just wastes energy.
Limit vent fans: Use kitchen and bath fans less; they pull warm air out.
Maintain your heating system: Change your filters each month.
Upgrade wisely: Choose ENERGY STAR® furnaces or heat pumps for efficiency.
Check ducts: Make sure warm air is not escaping through leaks.

Simple ways to save energy

Seal leaks: Keep your ducts tight so air doesn’t escape.
Maintain your heating system: Have a professional check your filters twice a year

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Air-Source Heat Pumps
Boilers
Ductless heating & cooling
Furnaces
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Your water heater can account for nearly 13% of your yearly energy costs.

Free ways to save energy

Shower smart: Take shorter showers and install low-flow heads.
Set temp: Keep your water heater at 120°F; add insulation for older models.
Full loads: Run your dishwasher and washing machine only when they are full.
Turn off hot water: Don’t run hot water while you are shaving or rinsing dishes.

Simple ways to save energy

Wrap pipes: Insulate the first 12" of hot and cold water pipes.
Upgrade: Use tankless or natural gas water heaters.
Use a timer: Use a timer on electric water heaters to cut waste.

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Water heaters
Heat pump water heaters
Whole home tankless gas water heaters
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Lighting can make up nearly 10% of your home’s yearly energy costs.

Free ways to save energy

Lights off: Turn off lights when leaving a room.
Natural light: Use natural light when the air conditioner is not running.
Lamps away from thermostats: Keep lamps away from thermostats to avoid extra cooling.
Light smarter: Use task lamps and keep your bulbs clean.

Simple ways to save energy

Switch to LEDs: LEDs use 75% less energy and last longer.
Choose the right bulb: Use CFLs and LEDs both indoors and outdoors.

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Decorative light strings
Light fixtures (downlights)
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Refrigerators can make up nearly 7% of your your yearly energy costs.

Free ways to save energy

Set good temperatures: Set your refrigerator to 37–40°F and your freezer 0–5°F.
Skip the garage: Do not put a refrigerator in a garage; it will use more energy during extreme temperatures.
Keep it full: A full refrigerator uses less energy; even filling it with bottles of water helps maintain cool temperatures.
Clean coils: Remove dust and lint from the coils on the back or bottom of your refrigerator.

Simple ways to save energy

Upgrade smart: Choose an ENERGY STAR® refrigerator when you are replacing your old one.
Seal tight: Check the door gaskets of your refrigerator and replace them if they are worn.

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Refrigerators
Freezers
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Cooking can make up nearly 6% of your home’s yearly energy costs.

Free ways to save energy

Cook smart: Put lids on your pots, use the right size pan, and cook more food at once.
Save oven power: Don’t preheat your oven too long, bake a few dishes together, and turn it off a little early.
Plan easy meals: Have no-cook options like salads or sandwiches a few times a week.

Simple ways to save energy

Use small appliances like microwaves, slow cookers, or air fryers. They use less energy than an oven or stove.

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Electric cooking products
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Free ways to save energy

Stop Air Leaks: Close the fireplace damper when it is not in use.
Laundry: Wash your clothes in cold water; line-dry clothes in the sun; run the dryer only with full loads; dry as many loads as possible back-to-back; and clean the dryer link filter each cycle.
Dishwasher: Run the dishwasher only when it is full, and air-dry the dishes instead of using heat-dry.
Timing matters: Avoid running large appliances during peak hours (2–7 p.m.) or when you are asked to save power.
Turn off devices: Turn off TVs and other devices when they are not in use.
Unplug: Unplug chargers when they are not needed.
Pool pumps: Avoid running your pool pumps during peak hours (2–7 p.m. or when you are asked to save power). Run them either late at night or early in the morning.

Simple ways to save energy

Block drafts: Add weather stripping around your doors, and a door sweep to seal gaps at the bottom.
Caulk windows: Caulk your windows around the outside of their frames to prevent leaks.
Gasket switches: Use foam gaskets on light switches and outlets along exterior walls.
Check insulation: Check your insulation and make sure you have a thickness of at least R-38 in attics and R-13 in walls.
Power strips: Use power strips to easily switch off multiple electronics.

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