Energy Saving Tips

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Set your thermostat comfortably low (68° F) in the winter and comfortably high in the summer (78° F).
Install a digital thermostat that will give you better control and accuracy of the temperature in your home.
Use compact fluorescent light bulbs. (And review these disposal guidelines.)
Air dry dishes instead of using the dishwasher's drying cycle.
Turn off your computer and monitor when not in use.
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 DVD players 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.
Wash only full loads of dishes and clothes.
Caulk around windows and doors to seal cracks.
Replace air filters regularly.

Have questions about saving energy? E-mail us at energyexpert@myrec.coop.