Tips to Save Energy Today Easy low-cost and no-cost ways to save energy.

■ Install a programmable thermostat to lower utility bills and manage your heating and cooling systems efficiently.

■ Air dry dishes instead of using your dishwasher’s drying cycle.

■ Turn things off when you are not in the room such as lights, TVs, entertainment systems, and your computer and monitor.

■ Plug home electronics, such as TVs and DVD players, into power strips; turn the power strips off when the equipment is not in use—TVs and DVDs in standby mode still use several watts of power.

■ Lower the thermostat on your water heater to 120°F.

■ Take short showers instead of baths and use low-flow showerheads for additional energy savings.

■ Wash only full loads of dishes and clothes.

■ Air dry clothes.

■ Check to see that windows and doors are closed when heating or cooling your home.

■ Drive sensibly; aggressive driving such as speeding, and rapid acceleration and braking, wastes fuel.

■ Look for the ENERGY STAR® label on light bulbs, home appliances, electronics, and other products. ENERGY STAR products meet strict efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy.

■ Visit energysavers.gov for more energy-saving ideas.

Source of Information : Energy Savers