Low-cost, no-cost energy saving tips
Saving energy doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. Start with a few simple actions you can take any time, then focus on what matters most this season and how to prepare for the next one.
Six things you can do today:
1. Take a free online home energy assessment.
Answer a few questions to receive personalized, energy-saving recommendations in minutes. Click the icon to get started.
2. Track your progress with My Home.
Gain insight to better manage your home’s energy use with My Home, our free online tool available through My Account. It lets you track your usage and see breakdowns over time and by category. Click the icon to learn more.
3. Reduce hot water use.
Small actions can significantly reduce energy use without affecting comfort or cleanliness. For instance, you can take shorter showers, turn off hot water when you shave or brush your teeth and wash laundry in cold water. Detergents designed for cold cycles are available.
4. Unplug devices or use an advanced power strip.
Many electronics and chargers, including those for computers, phones, shavers, electric toothbrushes and other battery-powered devices, draw power even when not in use or after a device is fully charged. Unplug them or take out the guesswork with smart power strips, which automatically cut power to standby devices.
3. Replace your home's five most frequently used bulbs with LEDs.
LEDs cost more upfront, but the energy savings often offset the cost in less than a year.
6. Unplug or replace your second refrigerator or freezer.
Refrigerators use a lot of energy, especially if they’re 10 years old or older. If you have a second unit in a basement or garage, retire it or plug it in only when necessary. Iowa customers, click to learn about our Appliance Recycling program.
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