Home Energy Checklist for Action! (American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy)

The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy recently published a list of simple ways consumers could become more energy-efficient, and with the state of our local and national economies, we couldn’t help but pass on a few of these tips.

Here is your checklist for energy-efficient action!

Turn down the temperature to your water heater. Keep it at the warm setting, aprox. 120 degrees. Not only will this save energy but maybe a few scalded fingers as well!
Start using energy saving settings on your other appliances. (i.e. – refrigerator, dishwashers, washing machines, etc)
Clean or replace furnace, air-conditioner, and heat pump filters
Check the age and condition of your major appliances. Some older appliances may not be running at the highest efficiency possible
Assess your heating and cooling systems. Determine if replacements are necessary based on age and current efficiency.
Visit your local hardware store! Replace, as needed, compact fluorescent bulbs, faucet aerators, and low-flow shower heads
Check if your water heater has an insulating blanket. This could help you save big in the long run!

These are just a few examples of how you can make your home more energy-efficient! For more tips and tricks visit ACEEE’s site at //www.aceee.org/ !

Allen Kemnitz