General savings
Conservation makes sense for
everyone
Why do you offer customers incentives to save energy and why does the
utility want me to use less electricity?
Give your energy bill a vacation
When I returned from vacation last summer I was surprised that my
electric bill didn’t go down more. Is there anything I can do to save
energy when we’re gone this year?
Inexpensive ways to save energy
costs
What can I do to reduce my energy bills this summer without spending a
lot of money?
Online audit can help
you save energy
I would like to save energy in my home, but where do I start?
Don’t waste energy on these myths
I read that I can help heat my bathroom by letting the water sit in the
tub after showering until it is room temperature. Is this true?
Cost-saving tips always in season
I know our recent weather is going to raise my utility bill. What can I
do to cut my energy use?
Simple steps that will save
energy
What can we do to reduce our impact on the environment this year? I
know energy is a big part so what do you suggest?
What to turn
off while on extended trip
For the first time, we’re spending the winter in Arizona, leaving our
home empty. What appliances can I safely turn off to save energy?
Careful
planning cuts costs of outdoor energy use
We enjoy our yard this time of year, which is beautifully landscaped.
However, I’m concerned about wasting energy and water. Do you have any
tips for us?
Energy use
doesn’t take a vacation when you do
Our family is going to Europe this summer for several weeks. I’m
worried about leaving the house unattended. Are there things I can do
to make sure it’s still intact when we return and my energy bill isn’t
sky high?
House
hunting? Consider home’s energy costs
There are so many homes on the market that I think it’s a good time to
buy. What do I need to consider when looking at a home’s energy
efficiency?
Addressing
the Holy Trinity of energy use
I want to get a handle on using less energy in my home. There are
only three of us, but where do you suggest I start?
Dispelling
myths about home energy consumption
I have heard that I can overinsulate my house because it needs fresh
air to "breathe." Is this true? (Includes other urban conservation
myths.)
Renters can
save energy with inexpensive projects
Everything I hear about saving energy requires a big investment. I rent
a townhouse, so I don’t feel like investing in my landlord’s property.
What can I do?
Black boxes can be energy
vampires
It seems like all the electronic equipment I have has a black box that
I have to plug into the wall. What’s it for and does it add up to a lot
of electricity being used, considering how many toys we all have?
Simple
resolutions can make for a greener 2008
My college-age daughter recently "challenged" me to reduce our energy
use to lessen our impact on the environment. I like the idea of cutting
my energy bill, so how do I get the whole family in to helping with
this?
Busting
myths on ways to conserve energy
My teenage son and I have an ongoing "discussion" about whether to turn
off lights when leaving a room. He says it uses more electricity to
turn them off and on than just to leave them on. I don't think that
makes sense. Who is right?
Energy
savings can be a heartwarming gift
Like most everyone else, I'm working on my holiday shopping. I like to
give gifts that have some lasting value. Can you offer some ideas for
energy-saving gifts?
Cook
holiday feast without being energy glutton
It’s almost time for Thanksgiving dinner. It seems like it takes a
great deal of energy to cook such a big meal. Can you suggest some ways
to cook more efficiently?
Steps to
lower energy bill not always costly
I’m on a fixed income and want to know what I can do to reduce my home
energy bills without spending a large amount of money?
Location is
crucial for skylight efficiency
I’m going to be remodeling my home and I’m considering adding a
skylight. I like the idea of additional light in the house, but am
worried that a skylight might increase my heating and cooling bills.
What do you suggest?
Seal
house's air leaks while it's still warm
I was thinking about doing a few things around the house to get ready
for winter. Where would you suggest I get started?
Conserving
water saves resources, money
I know water use is much higher in the summer than at other times of
the year. What are some ways to save water around my home?
Earth Day a
fine time to pick up eco-friendly habits
Earth Day is coming up and I was wondering if you can advise me on ways
I can help the environment. I drive a fuel-efficient car and have
insulated my house so I use less energy, but I know there are other
things I could be doing.
