Top 10 Tips for Energy Conservation

Light with Compact Fluorescents 
Changing just one 100-watt bulb to a CFL equivalent, based on four hours use per day, can save 108 kWh and $32 per year.* 

Use Fans instead of Air Conditioners
Two fans, rather than an 8,000 BTUH room air conditioner running four hours a day, will save over 1,150 kWh and $345 per year.

Shorten Showers
Cutting just two minutes per shower could save up to 1,533 kWh and $460 per year.

Fix Leaky Faucets
A faucet leaking just one hot water drop per second costs 400 kWh and $120 per year.

Wash Clothes in Cold Water
Switching from Hot Wash/Warm Rinse to the Cold/Cold cycle on a standard, top-loading washing machine for just two loads a week can save 225 kWh and $67 per year.

Eliminate Energy Sneakers (Phantom Load)
Use a power strip to conveniently turn off computers (after properly logging off), camera battery chargers and cellular phone chargers, which all use standby power when not in use.  Using a power strip to turn off your computer can save 50 kWh and $15 per year.

Air Dry Dishes
Letting dishes air dry instead of using heated drying on the average dishwasher saves 110 kWh and $33 per year. 

No Peeking
Limiting how often and how long you open the refrigerator will save electricity and protect the appliance. Also limit opening the oven while cooking or baking to save electricity, protect the appliance and speed up cooking times too.

Install Motion/Occupancy Detectors Indoors and Out
Cutting use of a 150-watt, outdoor flood light from six hours to one hour per night with a motion sensor saves up to 270 kWh and $81 per year. Switching off a 100-watt light for just one, 8-hour day per week, can save 41 kWh and over $12 per year.

Use Energy Star® Appliances
When it is time to replace or add appliances, look for the ENERGY STAR symbol on refrigerators, ovens and dishwashers, as well as DVD and VCR players, televisions and home office equipment. Visit www.EnergyStar.gov to learn more.