Energy Efficiency Tips for Renters
Save energy. Save money.
Follow these tips to reduce the amount of energy you use in your home. Doing so can lower how much you spend on electricity bills.
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Fall & WinterThis allows the sunlight to warm up indoor spaces and limits the need for heating on cold days.
Fall & WinterIf you have a heat pump in your primary living space, leaving bedroom doors open or cracked allows heated air to reach those rooms and increases heating efficiency.
EverydayYou can use less energy by skipping the clothes dryer and hanging clothes to dry instead. If you use the dryer, try not to overfill as it will take longer for the clothes dry.
Spring & SummerReducing the amount of heat from the sun entering your home helps keep it cooler for longer. Light-colored shades or curtains help reflect the sun out of the home.
Spring & SummerThis range maintains a safe, comfortable environment without overworking your air conditioning system. Raise the temperature by a few degrees when you're away to save energy.
Spring & SummerAvoid the "auto" function to limit unnecessary energy use.
