Energy Savings During Sweltering Summer Heat
Summer Energy Savings Tips from NYSERDA
Just because temperatures are rising doesn’t mean your energy consumption has to follow suit. There are ways to increase energy savings in the midst of summer heat. These tips from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) will help you find ways to save energy and money this summer.
Retire your back-up fridge. Many homes have older refrigerators in their garage or basement for overflow storage. Refrigerators are large energy users in your home and can cost a lot to operate.
Ø You can save from $300-$700 over the next five years by not running your second refrigerator. By unplugging your second refrigerator and properly recycling it, you can also prevent 5,500 to 20,000 pounds of greenhouse gas emissions.
Ø If you need that extra refrigerator or freezer, buy an ENERGY STAR® qualified model. Keep your refrigerator or freezer as full as possible, and unplug it when empty.
