Category Archives: Energy Savings
The Truth About Space Heaters
Winter is still here in many parts of the country. That means cold days and nights and a lot of people investing in a space heater to warm up a room or two. You can spend a little or a … Continue reading
Five Action Steps to Winter Energy Use
With winter just around the corner, you can take some steps to reduce the amount of energy that you’re using to lower your bill. Here are some suggestions. Turn down your thermostat to 68 degrees. For every degree you lower … Continue reading
Fall into Energy Savings
Fall into Energy Savings Cooler weather, shorter days, and falling leaves don’t have to go hand in hand with rising electric bills. There are several simple things you can do to get ready for winter and save money and energy. … Continue reading
Out With Old Refrigerators
Want to lower your electric bill this summer? Look no further than that extra refrigerator in your home. When buying a newer, more efficient refrigerator many people move their old fridge into some remote corner of their house or garage, … Continue reading
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Maintain Your HVAC System for Serious Savings
Your heating and cooling system equipment runs best when properly maintained. One of the easiest ways to maintain your system is to change your filters on a regular basis. The more clogged your filters are, the more energy is wasted … Continue reading
Tagged Cooling, filters, Heating, HVAC, maintenance, Savings
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Sensing the Savings
Did you know that lighting your home contributes about 12-15 percent of your total electric bill? Save yourself some money and invest in motion detecting lights in areas of your home that are often less occupied. This way, the light … Continue reading
Tagged lighting, lights, motion, motion detectors, motion sensors
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Co-op Saving Member-Owners Power and Money
In 2008, the Delaware Electric Cooperative (DEC) launched the Beat the Peak program in an effort to save their members power and money. In some areas, like the region that DEC provides power to, electricity is more expensive during certain … Continue reading
Tagged Energy Efficiency, peak hours, peak usage
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12 air conditioner tips to help beat the heat
Check out these 12 air conditioner tips from Angie’s List to help you save energy and money.
Water Heater Savings
Looking to save money on electricity this summer? Look no further than your water heater! Being mindful of your home’s hot water consumption is a great way to save money this summer. Using less hot water will help contribute to … Continue reading
Tagged Energy Efficiency, Heating, Savings, water, water heater
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