9 Life Hacks To Manage Your Energy Use

On summer nights, open windows and curtains/blinds to allow cooler air in. Just ask Danny, he loves those “summer nights”.

Use fans instead of air conditioners. Not only do you save on energy, you can let your inner “diva” out!

Keep lamps, televisions, and other heat- producing appliances away from thermostats – they make air conditioners work overtime! Lets be honest, no one likes working overtime!

Is your electric hot water tank in a cool or unheated area? Swaddle it up like a baby with an insulating blanket!

Plant leafy trees on south side of home and evergreen trees on north side – for shade in summer and wind protection in winter. Who doesn’t like to be a little shady every now and then?

Use timers and motion sensors for indoor and outdoor lighting so lights come on when you need them, where you need them.

Use small appliances like microwaves, toaster ovens and barbecues instead of your oven whenever possible. Who likes waiting for the oven to pre-heat anyways?!

Don’t overfill your fridge - it impedes air flow, causing the fridge to run more frequently.

Replace incandescent bulbs with ENERGY STAR certified LED bulbs - they are pretty much the Beyonce of the light-bulb world and they use up to 90% less electricity than an ordinary bulb.