Each year, on January 10th, the observance provides information designed to help homeowners and businesses to reduce energy costs and improve efficiency. Did you know that upgrading your insulation and air sealing can save you up to 35%? Furthermore, tuning up your heating system can save you up to 3-10%!
It is often in the little things that you do that can save you big money on your energy bill, such as:
- Weatherproof your home with insulation and air sealing
- Replace old windows with new energy-efficient windows
- Replace old furnace with new energy-efficient furnace
- Properly maintain furnace
- Hang dry clothes
- Use solar heat if possible
- Turn down thermostats
- Turn off lights when leaving a room
- Use energy-efficient compact fluorescent light bulbs
- Run dishwasher and washing machine only when fully loaded
- Lower water heater temperature
- Take shorter showers
- Unplug unused appliances
- Carpool whenever possible
Today, we challenge you to make changes in your home or business to conserve as much energy as possible. Share your tips and tricks for energy conservation using #CutYourEnergyCostsDay on social media.
Source: https://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-cut-your-energy-costs-day-january-10/