9 Energy Efficiency Tips

Summer is officially over and Fall is upon us but living in South Florida means we don’t get the cooler weather Fall brings to the rest of the country. It is hot and because it is so hot, we are using more energy to keep the house cool. That being said (and because October is Energy Action Month), here are a few more energy efficiency tips from Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) you can incorporate in your home (and/or office) to help reduce your energy usage.

9 Energy Efficiency Tips

  • Upgrade your lighting with LEDs. *You can save 75 to 80 percent on lighting costs
  • Replace old showerheads with water-efficient models to cut your hot water usage. *You can save $80 a year in a home with two occupants
  • Use cold water instead of hot water when using your washing machine. *You can save about $30 a year
  • Reduce your water heater temperature by 20 degrees (example, lower the temperature from 140 degrees to 120 degrees).
  • Use a power strip to turn off your desktop computer and accessories when you aren’t using them. *Save about $24 a year
  • Cooling your home can account for more than half of your energy bill which is why having (and using) a smart thermostat is important. It helps conserve energy and therefore lower your bill which is why investing in one is “smart”. *It can save you an average $50 a year.
  • If your AC unit is old, consider purchasing a new, more efficient A/C.
  • If you have a pool, consider installing a variable-speed pool pump and reducing your pool pump’s run time by two hours or more a day. *You can save over $300 a year
  • Choose ENERGY STAR®-qualified appliances, electronics and lighting to save energy and money.

Want more Energy Efficiency Tips? Check out these 5 Summer Energy Saving Tips.