TAKE THE PLEDGE Lower Your A/C and Get a Free TURN Membership!
Adjust your air conditioner and save more than just money. It's quick, easy and free for you to lower your bills and save energy at the same time by lowering your air conditioner just a little bit. Even if your thermostat is set at 78 degrees, that's still a whopping 20 degrees lower than your body temperature. And take advantage of the tips below to keep cool. The only difference you'll notice is the savings on your electric bill, but you'll be reducing global warming as well. And we'll thank you for your efforts with a free membership in TURN, a $25 value!
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7 Tips for Cooling Your House Today! #1: ADD FANS — Even if you use air conditioners, fans use 90% less electricity than A/C.
#2: LOCATE AIR CONDITIONERS IN THE SHADE— they’re more efficient that way.
#3: KEEP THE SHADES DRAWN on the east and west sides of the house.
#4: DON”T RUN THE DISHWASHER, DRYER OR OTHER HEAT-PRODUCING APPLIANCES. Run these appliances during the evening.
#5: DON”T RUN A DEHUMIDIFIER— it will increase the cooling load and force your air conditioner to work harder.
#6: VENTILATE YOUR ATTIC to lower the house temperature.
#7: PLANT TREES on your home’s west side to keep the air cooler inside.
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