Energy Savers

Long-Term Investments for Energy Savings

Long-term investments in energy efficient products and upgrades can help you save more money and energy in the years to come. Consider the suggestions below when you need to purchase new products or just want to make your home more energy efficient.

Install a Programmable Thermostat

• Install a programmable thermostat that can be adjusted to temperatures according to your schedule.

Add Insulation

• Add insulation to your home.

• Insulate heating ducts in unheated areas, such as attics and crawlspaces. Keeping ducts in good repair can prevent heat loss of up to 60% at the registers.
• Insulate your water heater tank and your water pipes to prevent heat loss.

Upgrade Your Heating System

• Install a new energy-efficient heating system to save money over the long term. Look for the ENERGY STAR® and EnergyGuide labels.

Improve Your Doors and Windows

• Install exterior or interior storm windows. Storm windows can reduce heat loss through the windows by 25% to 50%. Low-e storm windows save even more energy.

• Consider installing new, energy efficient windows. The typical home loses more than 25% of its heat through windows.

Purchase Energy-Efficient Appliances

• Purchase energy-efficient appliances to reduce your electric bills.

Landscape for Energy Efficiency

• Implement energy-saving landscape strategies based on the region in which you live.

Consider Renewable Technologies

• Consider purchasing solar technologies to provide for some of your energy needs.

• Consider installing a geothermal heat pump to heat and cool your home (and possibly even supply hot water).

Source – US Dept. of Energy

website www.energysavers.gov