Thermostats
Set the temperature back when you’re out or asleep.
Project season has finally arrived! While you’re tackling your DIY list this summer, don’t forget about the little things that can lead to big energy savings in your refreshed spaces. Our Finishing Touches playlist has lots of ideas for simple steps that can add an energy-efficient touch to everything from small upgrades to full renos.
Watt Uses Watt?
Top Ways to Save
Curtains
Open curtains to let in daytime sunlight, and close them at night.
Open curtains to let in daytime sunlight, and close them at night.
Hot Water
Take shorter showers and wash clothes in cold water to save energy.
Take shorter showers and wash clothes in cold water to save energy.
Insulation
Add basement and attic insulation to keep the heat inside and save on heating costs.
Add basement and attic insulation to keep the heat inside and save on heating costs.
Draft Proof
Seal and save with weatherstripping, door sweeps, window insulation kits and more.
Seal and save with weatherstripping, door sweeps, window insulation kits and more.
Thermostats
Upgrade to programmable thermostats – set it and forget it!
Upgrade to programmable thermostats – set it and forget it!
Setting Back Heat
Set the thermostat back just 5°C to save energy and money.
Set the thermostat back just 5°C to save energy and money.
Curtains
Open curtains to let in daytime sunlight, and close them at night.
Open curtains to let in daytime sunlight, and close them at night.
Hot Water
Take shorter showers and wash clothes in cold water to save energy.
Take shorter showers and wash clothes in cold water to save energy.
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