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Energy Savings Tips:

1. Replace standard incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) and save 75% off lighting costs.
2. Unplug electronics, battery chargers and other equipment when not in use. Taken together, these small items can use as much power as your refrigerator.
3. Adjust Your Thermostat Setting your air conditioner 5° higher will save up to 20% on cooling costs.
4. Buy Energy Efficient Appliances Always buy ENERGY STAR qualified appliances and equipment they're up to 40% more efficient. Find rebates and incentives in your area using our rebate finder.
5. Adjust Your Water Heater Turn your water heater down to 120° or the "Normal" setting when home, and to the lowest setting when away. Water heating accounts for about 13% of home energy costs.
6. Be Smart About Lighting Turn off unnecessary lighting and use task or desktop lamps with CFLs instead of overhead lights.
7. Power Down Your Computer
8. Wash Clothes in Cold Water When possible, . About 90% of the energy used in a clothes washer goes to water heating.
9. Maintain Your Clothes Dryer Make sure your dryer's outside vent is clear and clean the lint filter after every load. When shopping for a new dryer look for one with a moisture sensor that automatically shuts off when clothes are dry.
10. Find and Seal Leaks Sealing cracks, gaps, leaks and adding insulation can save up to 20% on home heating and cooling costs.