Don’t keep your refrigerator too cold. The Department of Energy recommends a temperature setting of 35 to 38 degrees...
Energy Efficiency Tip – Refrigerator Temperature Setting
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What is Beneficial Electrification?
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Energy Efficiency Tip – Set Your Refrigerator
Don’t keep your refrigerator too cold. The Department of Energy recommends a temperature setting of 35 to 38 degrees for the fresh food compartment and zero degrees for the freezer. Make sure the refrigerator doors are sealed airtight to maximize efficiency. Source:...
Energy Efficiency Tip – Use Wool or Rubber Dryer Balls
Use wool or rubber dryer balls in the clothes dryer to reduce drying time and static. Wool dryer balls can also absorb extra moisture. These are an efficient alternative to dryer sheets, which can create buildup on the dryer’s filter and reduce air circulation. If you...
Five Ways to Stay Cozy this Winter
Baby, it's cold outside! When you're feeling chilly at home, there are several budget-friendly ways you can keep comfortable without turning up the thermostat. Here are five easy ways to stay cozy this winter. Whether you’re experiencing extremely cold...
2021 Energy Efficiency Calendar
There are so many ways you can save energy! Saving energy helps reduce your family’s monthly bills – and it helps our environment. Change your energy use habits by following the monthly tips below. Keep this calendar (PDF below) on your refrigerator to remind family...
Electricity Brings Everyday Value
Even though we work in the energy industry, like most people, we still don’t think much about the electricity we use. We expect the lights to turn on when we flip the switch and the coffeemaker to work each morning. Because electricity is so abundant, we don’t think...
Put The Kids In Charge of Energy Savings
Here's a fun way to teach your kids or grandkids about saving energy. Download and print this PDF file and hang it on the refrigerator. Assign an Energy Super Hero to each task. Put a different person in charge each week and have them mark that their task is done....
Seal Air Leaks to Keep Out Cold
Keep cold air out to save energy. Seal air leaks around pipes and any gaps around chimneys and unfinished spaces behind cupboards and closets. Cover drafty windows using heavy-duty clear plastic sheets or tape clear film to the inside of your window frames. You can...
Four Ways to Save Energy in the Kitchen
Ah, the kitchen. It’s undeniably one of the most-loved rooms in our homes. It’s where we gather with family and friends for our favorite meals and memories. But like most of us, you probably aren’t thinking about saving energy when you’re planning that perfect dish....
Energy Efficiency Tip – Use Energy Star Products
The average household owns 24 electronic products, which account for roughly 12% of home energy use. When shopping for electronics, consider purchasing ENERGY STAR®-certified products, which can be 70% more efficient than conventional models. ENERGY STAR certified...