human
Can you give me some tips for how to lower my energy bill each month?
assistant
1. Use energy efficient appliances, such as LED lighting and ENERGY STAR appliances.
2. Make sure to unplug any appliances or devices you don’t currently need to use.
3. Install a programmable thermostat to help control your energy usage in different rooms of your home.
4. Water heating is a major source of energy loss in many homes. Use faucet aerators to reduce water-flow and insulate hot-water pipes to reduce heat loss.
5. Change your air filters regularly, to ensure your heating and cooling systems are working efficiently.
6. Try to take advantage of more natural light when possible, and use blinds or curtains to limit heat gain from the sun.
7. Decrease the temperature for your water heater. Reducing it just 10 degrees can help save significantly.
8. Hang clothes out to dry instead of using the dryer and avoid running full loads of dishes or laundry.
9. Seal any air leaks in your home to help reduce the amount of energy being spent on heating and cooling.
10. Lastly, if you haven't already, switch to a lower rate energy plan with your energy provider.