Energy Efficiency Tips

There are many ways you can lower your bill by conserving energy.

In the laundry room you can:

• Wash and dry full loads instead of partial loads for savings
• Use cold and warm settings on the washer as much as possible
• Remove lint from the dryer vent after each use
• Look for energy-efficient appliances when replacing your current models

When cooking you can:

• Use a medium or low flame when cooking
• Match the size of your flame to the size of your pan
• Keep burner surfaces clean for more efficient operation
• Avoid blocking circulation of heat. Do not place foil in the bottom of the oven or on oven racks

Using your water heater efficiently can help as well:

• Keep your hot showers as short as possible. On average, a five-minute shower uses 10 gallons of water; a bath uses 15-25 gallons
• Set your water heater on 140 degrees if you have a dishwasher, but lower to 120 degrees (low to warm) if not. Use the “vacation” setting when away for long periods of time
• Install low-flow shower-heads to decrease your hot water usage
• Repair leaky faucets