October is Energy Awareness Month, a time to think about what you can do to reduce your energy use.\u00a0 Wise energy attitudes, behaviors, and organizational decision can ensure results.\u00a0Take the time to review your daily routine to conserve energy, empower others to take action and join together to save energy and money.<\/p>\n
How We Use Energy in Our Homes:<\/p>\n
Space Heating \u2013 31%\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Computers & Electronics \u2013 9%<\/p>\n
Space Cooling \u2013\u00a0 12%\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Appliances \u2013 9%<\/p>\n
Water Heating \u2013 12%\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Refrigeration \u2013 8%<\/p>\n
Lighting 11%\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Other-8%<\/p>\n
Don\u2019t know where to begin?\u00a0 Here are a few simple tips that can save you money month after month.<\/p>\n
\u2022\u00a0 Check the insulation levels in your attic, exterior and basement walls, ceilings, floors, and crawl spaces.<\/p>\n
\u2022\u00a0 Turn the temperature of your hot water heater to 120o<\/sup> F.<\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0 Purchase an insulating blanket for your water heater.<\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0 Make sure you appliances and heating and cooling systems are properly maintained.<\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0 Check for open fireplace dampers.<\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0 Turn off the lights in unoccupied rooms.<\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0 Turn off computer monitors.<\/p>\n \u2022\u00a0 Install a programmable thermostat.<\/p>\n For a complete Home Energy Checklist, visit the U.S. Department of Energy\u2019s<\/a> website.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" October is Energy Awareness Month, a time to think about what you can do to reduce your energy use.\u00a0 Wise energy attitudes, behaviors, and organizational decision can ensure results.\u00a0Take the time to review your daily routine to conserve energy, empower … Continue reading