Practical tips and tools to help you stay comfortable while keeping your energy use down.
Pre-cool your home- Cool to 68 to 74°F before 4pm. After 4pm, set your AC to 78°F or turn it off.
Use fans for comfort- Fans use less energy. Turn them off when you leave.
Keep cool air in and heat out- Close curtains or blinds during the day. Open windows at night, then close them in the morning.
Install a smart thermostat- Automatically adjust temperatures based on your schedule.
Avoid using the oven or stove- Cooking indoors adds heat. Use smaller appliances or cook outside when possible.
Run laundry earlier in the day- Major appliances use a lot of energy. Run them before peak hours.
Delay doing the dishes- Wait until after peak hours to run your dishwasher.
Use smart power strips- Many devices use energy even when off. Power strips make it easy to shut everything down at once.
Switch to LED lighting- LEDs use a fraction of the energy and last much longer than traditional bulbs.
Turn off lights and electronics- Small actions add up. Turn things off when not in use.
Borrow a DIY Energy and Water Savings Toolkit- Check out a free toolkit from your local library to measure energy use and make simple upgrades at home.
