Whether you’re new to the game or a seasoned expert, Wisconsin Public Service is offering tips to help customers conserve energy during the upcoming football festivities.
Implement these straightforward strategies to achieve energy savings and ensure sufficient energy use on game day.
To begin, initiating light energy conservation by using natural light.
Take advantage of the sun’s warmth to heat your space by keeping curtains and blinds open during daylight hours.
This can help raise the temperature inside naturally.
Remember to close them as the evening falls to retain the warmth and prevent heat loss.
Next, adjust the thermostat to save while away.
If heading out to watch the game, lower the thermostat by 7-10 degrees from its usual setting.
This simple adjustment can significantly reduce heating costs and prevent unnecessary energy use when no one is home.
And remember that electronics and small appliances can incrementally increase your energy bill when they’re left plugged in, even when not in use.
To tackle this issue, disconnect them or connect them to a smart power strip that can shut them off automatically.
Always utilize the oven wisely.
When using the oven, use the interior light to monitor the baking instead of opening the door.
This method allows for more efficient baking and helps keep the heat contained, which saves energy
Lastly, it is known that ceiling fans are valuable for both cooling and distributing warm air.
But during the colder months, setting your fan to rotate clockwise on a low setting to push warm air downwards can help maintain a comfortable temperature and reduce the need for additional heating.
