Cooling tips to reduce your use

Cooling accounts for 3% of yearly energy use for a typical household in your area.

Talk to your landlord about installing a programmable thermostat

1,508 people do this

Insulate outlets and light switches

705 people do this

Upgrade to energy-efficient windows

723 people do this

Schedule a home energy assessment

2,131 people do this

Raise your thermostat temperature to 78°F

358 people do this

Improve your home's insulation

2,854 people do this

Upgrade to an efficient central air conditioner

293 people do this

Turn off the AC if you're leaving for the day

552 people do this

Upgrade to an efficient heat pump

126 people do this

Use fans instead of AC

1,219 people do this

Upgrade to ductless air conditioning

117 people do this

Talk to your landlord about upgrading your windows

88 people do this

Turn off window AC units during a Conservation Day

294 people do this

Save up cool air before a Conservation Day

278 people do this

Close window shades and blinds

743 people do this

Only cool occupied areas

497 people do this