CARROLL COUNTY ELECTRIC ASKS RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL CUSTOMERS TO CONSERVE POWER

January 21, 2025

Ways to help:
Here are some quick and easy ways to make an impact and save you money:
• Lower your thermostat to 68°F degrees or a temperature that is both
comfortable and safe.
• Set your ceiling fan to spin clockwise, which pushes warm air down.
• Wear additional layers and bundle up to stay warm.
• Turn off everything when you leave a room.
• Open window coverings on the sunny side of your home. Close them overnight
to retain that heat.
• Delay using washing machines, dryers, dishwashers and other large appliances
until the warmest part of the day when overall heating demand is lower.
Other energy efficiency tips to consider for long-term savings:
• Weather-strip leaky doors and windows. Sealing air leaks saves money on
power bills.
• Lower your water heater temperature to 120°F.
• Install a programmable thermostat so you can set the temperature to
automatically adjust when you are not home.
• Replace incandescent lights with more energy-efficient LED bulbs.
• Unplug electronic devices when not in use.