Consumer tips

Energy efficiency and conservation is like an insurance policy against rising energy prices. No matter the cost of gasoline, natural gas, electricity, heating oil, propane, or diesel, we can all have greater control over our energy bills and the shape of our world by using energy wisely – and by employing energy-efficient products and technologies to help us do that.

Keep reading for information from NW Energy Coalition member organizations and others that you can help save energy and money.

General Consumers:

100+ Ways to Improve Your Electric Bill

The Power Is in Your Hands campaign helps consumers lower their energy usage and bills - www.powerisinyourhands.org

The Alliance to Save Energy has information for consumers, educators, policy makers and more at their website.

Homeowners:

Climate Solutions has a large section that covers everything from Solar to Heating systems.

The ENERGY STAR® Home Sealing Program—the government’s information for sealing your home: www.energystar.gov/homesealing

Up to half of your energy bill goes just for heating and cooling - Conduct a free Home Energy Saver Audit to see where you can find savings.