Hands-On Energy Efficiency

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ Tip Money saved per year Replace five frequently used light bulbs with models that have earned the ENERGY STAR. $80 Lower your thermostat on winter days, and raise it on summer days by 7°F (about -14°C). $93 Unplug electronics you are not using, or use an advanced power strip to automatically turn everything off at once. $50 Install energy-saving showerheads and faucets. $37 Lower your water heater setting to 120°F (49°C). $95 Use only cold water to wash clothes. $67 Line dry your clothes. $119 $ Save Energy & Save MONEY 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 $ $ $ Savings figures are based on national average energy costs and usage. Actual savings will vary significantly from home to home. Saving money on your energy bills means following energy-saving practices around your home. Try the following tips, and see how much energy and MONEY you can save! $ $ $