Tips to Save Energy

•  Install a programmable thermostat to lower utility bills and manage your heating and cooling systems efficiently. 
•  Air dry dishes instead of using your dishwasher’s drying cycle. 
•  Turn things off when you are not in the room such as lights, TVs, entertainment systems, and your computer and monitor
• Plug home electronics, such as TVs and DVD players, into power strips; turn the power strips off when the equipment is not in use—TVs and DVDs in standby mode still use several watts of power
•  Lower the thermostat on your water heater to 120°F
•  Take short showers instead of baths and use low-flow shower heads for additional energy savings.
• Wash only full loads of dishes and clothes.
• Air dry clothes.
• Check to see that windows and doors are closed when heating or cooling your home.
• Drive sensibly; aggressive driving such as speeding, and rapid acceleration and braking, wastes fuel.
• Look for the ENERGY STAR® label on light bulbs, home appliances, electronics, and other products. ENERGY STAR products meet strict efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency