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Also see: SAVING THE EARTH ___ Turn off lights, appliances, equipment, etc. when they're not needed ___ Turn computers, printers and other peripherals off at the power strip when they're not needed (if they're plugged into a power strip, switch off the power strip after shutting down your computer) ___ Put computers, etc. on the energy-saver mode ___ Unplug electronic devices and chargers with block-shaped transformer on the plug when they're not needed COLD WEATHER: ___ Install a clock thermostat or set-back thermostat to automatically change thermostat settings at certain times of the day, e.g., set your clock thermostat off or no higher than 55 degrees for the night and when you're not in the house, and, no higher than 68 degrees for the time right before you awake (heat pumps should only be set back five degrees to prevent unneeded use of backup strip heater) ___ Turn off heating to rooms/areas which don't need it or close the heating vents ___ Keep warm indoors by wearing warm clothing, especially several lightweight layers ___ If you often use one room, consider using a portable electric heater instead of central heating ___ Seal (e.g., with rope caulk, weather-stripping) the largest air leaks in your home (the ones that feel drafty or whistle on windy days), e.g.: - leaky windows and doors - around pipes, ducts, fans and vents that go through walls, ceilings and floors from heated to unheated spaces (do not caulk around water heater and furnace exhaust pipes) - gaps around chimneys - recessed lights in insulated ceilings - unfinished spaces behind cupboards and closets ___ Put towels or rugs against the bottom of doors to the outside or unheated rooms ___ Insulate windows with clear plastic sheets or film covers ___ Install storm or thermal (replacement) windows, preferably with super-efficient low-emissivity glazing ___ Seal off electric receptacles and switch boxes with foam gaskets or fiberglass insulation ___ Install proper ceiling/attic insulation to at least R-30 standards ___ Insulate walls, floors and heating ducts ___ Get your ducts tested for air leakage ___ Check your furnace/heat pump periodically to improve air flow and allow more efficient operation: - turn off the power source - visually inspect the furnace - vacuum away lint, dirt or other obstructions - clean/replace the filters as necessary ___ When using your heater, crack open a window so it has enough air to operate ___ Have a professional clean, lubricate and adjust your furnace ___ Turn your heater(s) off when you're using your fireplace ___ Close the damper when you're not using the fireplace During the day: ___ Open drapes/shutters/blinds on windows facing the sun At night: ___ Close drapes/shutters/blinds to retain indoor heat WARM WEATHER: ___ Turn off your air conditioner when no one is home and at night, and, set it at 78 degrees or higher when you're at home ___ When feasible, turn off your air conditioner and provide air flow by open windows on opposite sides of your house (if it won't increase risk of someone breaking into your house) ___ Install a clock thermostat or set-back thermostat to automatically set your thermostat to 85 degrees at night and when you are away ___ Use room fans ___ Turn off your furnace pilot light during the non-heating season ___ Use exterior shading devices (e.g., awnings, overhangs, patio cover) or deciduous plants to shade your home, windows and air conditioning condenser from the sun During the day: ___ Close shutters/drapes/blinds on windows facing the sun AROUND YOUR HOME: ___ When heating or cooling, ensure windows and doors are closed ___ Consider replacing your furnace, heat pump, air conditioner and other appliances with energy-efficient models ___ Seal any leaks in your heating/cooling system(s) ducts and in water/steam heat pipes with duct wrap or mastic sealant ___ Insulate attic access and basement trap doors with R-19 insulation ___ Install and use ceiling fans - they cool rooms during hot weather and push warm air down to where you need it during cold weather ___ Unplug and recycle your extra refrigerator/freezer ___ Use low-wattage light bulbs ___ Use dimmer switches or timers on lights ___ Clean or replace furnace and air-conditioner filters regularly ___ Fix defective plumbing or dripping faucets ___ Install low-flow shower heads and faucets or install flow restrictors ___ Turn off all landscape lights ___ Request a free energy audit from your utility company ___ Consider having your home converted to use solar energy WATER HEATER: ___ Reduce the temperature of your water heater to 120 degrees F (or 140 degrees F if your dishwasher needs it) ___ Install an insulating blanket around your water heater, especially if it's in an unheated area of your home LAUNDRY: ___ Use the energy-saving settings on your washer and dryer ___ Only do full loads ___ Use cold water settings on the washer when feasible ___ Clean your dryer's lint trap before/after each use ___ Line-dry clothes (especially towels) when feasible KITCHEN: ___ Use the energy-saving settings on your refrigerator and dishwasher ___ Put a thermometer in your refrigerator/freezer to check the temperature ___ Keep refrigerator/freezer doors closed as much as feasible ___ Keep refrigerator coils (on the back or the bottom of the appliance) clean ___ Defrost your refrigerator/freezer before ice buildup becomes 1/4-inch thick ___ Only preheat your oven if necessary ___ Use the smaller of the two ovens if you have a dual unit ___ Cook complete meals of several dishes simultaneously in the oven ___ Cook on range top burners when practical instead of in the oven ___ Use a lid when boiling water, etc. ___ To reheat food or to cook small amounts of food, use your microwave ___ Only wash full loads in the dishwasher ___ Air-dry your dishes instead of using the dishwasher's heater ___ When hand washing dishes, rinse with cold water SWIMMING POOL: ___ Reduce pool water temperature and the number of months you heat your pool ___ Use a pool cover - 70% of pool heat loss is by evaporation ___ Shorten the operating time for your swimming pool filter and automatic cleaning sweep ___ Switch the pool filter and sweeper operations to off-peak hours (between 6 p.m. and noon) ___ Keep pool cleaning and heating equipment clean and lubricated ___ Consider replacing pool pumps and motors with updated, more efficient equipment WATERBEDS: ___ Cover your waterbed with bedspreads or quilts as soon as you get up ___ Put a layer of cardboard between the bed and the frame or use an insulation kit designed for waterbeds - to reduce heat loss TRANSPORTATION: ___ Walk, ride a bike, use public transit or car pool instead of driving when feasible ___ Plan ahead to combine trips ___ Work out of your home as much as feasible (e.g., tele-commute, go to workplace for fewer days but longer hours) ___ Use your most efficient vehicle when feasible ___ Keep your vehicle in good operating condition (tuned up, emissions system checked, tires properly inflated) or buy a new fuel-efficient vehicle (e.g., electric) ___ Avoid quick starts ___ Drive slower ___ Avoid idling your vehicle for long periods SHOPPING: ___ Buy the most energy-efficient models when buying appliances, e.g., refrigerator, washer, dryer ___ Buy compact fluorescent lamps to replace incandescent bulbs VACATIONS: ___ Shut off or turn down automatic appliances such as your water heater and furnace/air conditioner OTHER: ___ Ask your local officials to take actions to save energy (e.g., install energy-efficient street lights, ensure businesses to turn off lights when closed) Back to Top
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