Drive to the speed limit and maintain tire pressure for easy gas savings.
Turn off lights and unplug electronics when not in use to stop costly electricity leaks.
Program your thermostat for smart heating and cooling (and lower bills)
Combine trips, walk or bike for some extra exercise and energy savings.
Replace incandescent bulbs with compact fluorescent light bulbs that use 75% less electricity and last 7-10 times longer.
Close windows and doors to give your central A/C a break during the summer
Take five minute showers for squeaky-clean energy savings.
Use fans instead of your central A/C on cool summer nights.
Sign up for your utility’s air conditioning load control program and stop worrying about A/C costs.
Turn your thermostat down just two degrees in the winter to stay comfortable and save money.
Wash clothes in cold water to save money and preserve your clothing.
Turn your central air conditioning up just two degrees to stay comfortable and save money.
Buy green power from your utility and cut back on your coal habit.
Turn your water heater dial to 120° to keep your energy bills low and your family safe.
Install a high efficiency showerhead for effortless savings that don’t impact your comfort
Leave your car at home and take the bus once a week for work, school or errands.
Close doors and windows to give your room A/C a break.
Use fans instead of your window A/C on cool summer nights.
Seal attic air leaks allowing heated air to escape from your house into the attic and wreak havoc.
Close your fireplace damper to prevent heated air from escaping your home
Insulate your attic for big energy savings and comfort gains.
Get rid of the beer fridge for serious savings!
Replace your older inefficient vehicle with a car that gets at least 30 miles per gallon.
In addition to composting at home, seek out composting in your community, too!
Recycle like crazy at home and look for items in recyclable packaging.
Composting is fun every day of the year!
Replace your 15+ year old fridge with a shiny new efficient unit.
Insulate your walls to improve your comfort and reduce energy waste - it's like putting a sweater on your home!
Reach the pinnacle of recycling by never, ever throwing away a recyclable item, whether at home or out and about.
Print out our free Energy Challenge coloring sheets to show off your knowledge and art skills at the same time.
Use LED holiday lights to light up your winter celebrations without lighting up your utility bills.
Use a free Energy Challenge widget to show off your energy skills!
Get some cheap solar power and dry your clothes outside!
Tell a friend about the Energy Challenge!
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