1.
Turn off lights, appliances, TV’s, and radios
when not being used.
2.
Run the dishwasher, washing machine, and dryer
only with full loads.
3.
Hang clothes on a clothesline outside to dry
when weather is nice.
4.
Walk, ride a bike, take the bus, or car pool
to get to places.
5.
If you drive a car, have regular tune-ups,
change air and oil filters, and properly inflate tires.
6.
Turn down the thermostat 1 or 2 degrees and/or
install a programmable thermostat. (Should take old thermostats to a HHW
collection facility.
7.
Weatherproof drafty windows with caulk or
plastic window insulation kits and add door sweeps to doors.
8.
Try a “low flow” shower head and faucet
(available at most hardware stores).
9.
Replace “regular” incandescent light bulbs
with compact fluorescent bulbs.
10.
If replacing appliances or electronics,
purchase energy efficient models.
