This document provides home energy saving tips in three main areas: use energy efficient lighting like CFLs which use less energy and last longer; keep appliances clean for efficient operation and air dry dishes when possible; save on water heating which accounts for 13% of bills by using low-flow fixtures, fixing leaks, lowering the thermostat, and insulating the water heater.

1. HOME ENERGY
SAVINGS TIPS
Save Money While You Help the
Environment

2. Bright Ideas
 Lighting accounts for more than 10 percent of
electric bill
 Change to compact florescent lights (CFLs)
 Use 50-75 percent less energy
 Last up to ten times longer than conventional
bulbs

3. Keep it Clean
 Wash only full loads of clothes and dishes
 Keep dryer vents in clean
 Air dry dishes when possible
 Use ENERGY STAR products

4. Stay Out of Hot Water
 Heating water accounts for 13 percent of
energy bill
 Use low-flow fixtures
 Repair leaks
 Lower thermostat
 Insulate heater

5. References
 www1.eere.energy.gov/consumer/tips/save
energy.html
 www.exeloncorp.com/comedcare/
 www.energystar.gov/l