Turn down the air conditioning
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Summary
Turning down air conditioning conserves energy and saves money. Adjust the thermostat slightly higher, use fans, open windows at night, and clean AC filters regularly to improve energy efficiency and stay comfortable.
Description
Turning down the air conditioning (by turning up the temperature on the thermostat) by even a few degrees can be an easy way to reduce your energy use and save money. Plus keeping the temperature indoors closer to the outdoor temperature helps your body better adjust to the season.
Tips
• Adjust the thermostat a degree or two higher to get started and see what works best for you.
• Keep your house cool by opening up all the windows at night and then closing them again in the morning when things start to heat up. Keeping the blinds closed on the sunny side of the house helps as well.
• Have a fan going in occupied rooms. The moving air helps people feel cooler even though it does not actually change the temperature.
• If you have a basement or other cooler part of your home, spend time there during the hottest parts of the day.
• Make sure to clean the filter on your air conditioning unit regularly so that it is working efficiently.
• Keep your house cool by opening up all the windows at night and then closing them again in the morning when things start to heat up. Keeping the blinds closed on the sunny side of the house helps as well.
• Have a fan going in occupied rooms. The moving air helps people feel cooler even though it does not actually change the temperature.
• If you have a basement or other cooler part of your home, spend time there during the hottest parts of the day.
• Make sure to clean the filter on your air conditioning unit regularly so that it is working efficiently.
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