Conservation

To save on air conditioner energy costs, set your thermostat to 78 degrees when you are home and to 85 degrees or off when you are away. When the weather turns cooler, try turning your central air conditioner off at the circuit breaker or fuse panel.  Most people don't realize that their central air conditioner may actually have a heater that stays on all winter long. When the air conditioner is switched off at the breaker or fuse panel, it can reduce your energy bill.

Use ceiling fans. This will allow you to set the thermostat higher because the movement of air will cool the room.

Always take into consideration health concerns and be sure to drink plenty of fluids in warm weather.

Wash laundry in warm or cold water and always rinse using cold water.

Run full loads in the dryer and take advantage of settings on the machine to reduce drying time of articles and remember to clean the lint trap after every load. Consider line drying your clothes.

Operate your dishwashing machine only when it is fully loaded. Take advantage of air-drying your dishes by turning off the dry cycle.

Try reducing the operating time that your pool filter is running.

Turn off lights and other appliances when not in use. Unplug electronic devices and chargers when they are not in use - most newly manufactured electronics use electricity even when switched off.

Replace air conditioner and furnace filters.

Weather strip, seal and caulk leaky windows and doors and install form gaskets behind outlet covers.

Look for energy saving devices when building or renovating your room.