Prepare your home for rain, snow or shine
Your energy usage and home appliances are affected by seasonal weather changes and weather events. Read our tips on how to prepare your home for seasonal changes and extreme weather, and stay safe and comfortable during outages and storms.
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Air Conditioner Electricity Use and Energy-Saving Tips
How many watts does an air conditioner use? We review the typical air conditioner wattage and air conditioner electricity use, along with tips for saving energy without turning down the temperature.
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What's the Best Summer Thermostat Setting?
We all want to keep our summer cooling bills as low as possible, and one great way to do that is to adjust your thermostat settings according to your schedule and daily activities.
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What Is the Best Winter Thermostat Setting?
During the cold months, save on your heating energy bills and keep your HVAC system from working too hard by setting your thermostat to this ideal temperature.
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What to Do Before, During and After Power Outages
With a little knowledge and preparation, you can protect yourself, your home and your belongings during power outages of any duration.
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Tips for Lowering Your Electricity Bill in Summer
Incorporating a few simple habits and taking care of seasonal home maintenance can help lower your usage during hot summer weather.
Read ArticlePrepare your home for rain, snow or shine
Your energy usage and home appliances are affected by seasonal weather changes and weather events. Read our tips on how to prepare your home for seasonal changes and extreme weather, and stay safe and comfortable during outages and storms.
Looking for Something Specific?
Select a category to find resources for topics that interest you.
Select Category
Air Conditioner Electricity Use and Energy-Saving Tips
How many watts does an air conditioner use? We review the typical air conditioner wattage and air conditioner electricity use, along with tips for saving energy without turning down the temperature.
Read Article
What's the Best Summer Thermostat Setting?
We all want to keep our summer cooling bills as low as possible, and one great way to do that is to adjust your thermostat settings according to your schedule and daily activities.
Read Article
What Is the Best Winter Thermostat Setting?
During the cold months, save on your heating energy bills and keep your HVAC system from working too hard by setting your thermostat to this ideal temperature.
Read Article
What to Do Before, During and After Power Outages
With a little knowledge and preparation, you can protect yourself, your home and your belongings during power outages of any duration.
Read Article
Tips for Lowering Your Electricity Bill in Summer
Incorporating a few simple habits and taking care of seasonal home maintenance can help lower your usage during hot summer weather.
Read Article
