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Energy Wise Homes Pay Off - for you and the planet!
Our energy bills are among the highest in the country, and rates keep climbing, making it costly to keep our homes comfortable and healthy.
Learn how to analyze your home energy use, and find out how to lower your energy costs.
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Select a layer of the home energy pyramid
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Analysis
Home energy analysis – from a simple review of your utility bills to a visit by a professional home energy auditor...to pinpoint where your home is losing energy and identify opportunities to improve.
Conservation
Start conserving energy by changing habits to use less energy-- like turning off unneeded lights, keeping your home a few degrees cooler in winter or warmer in summer, and lowering your water heater setting.
Efficiency
Invest in energy efficiency upgrades like insulation, modern appliances, or high-efficiency heat pump HVAC and water heaters. Some upgrades are cheap and can be done DIY. Others may require a bigger investment, but the savings can compensate the cost.
Time of Use
Beyond these energy reduction steps, you can explore other ways to save on your energy bill, like signing up for the lowest electricity rates--or creating plans to reduce your electricity use during peak periods when the rates are higher.
Solar/
Electrification
As your furnace and appliances wear out, consider energy efficient electrification replacement. When combined with renewable energy sources like solar panels and battery, the benefits are enormous!
Make A Plan
Your key to success lies in making an Energy Wise Home Plan – your roadmap towards a more energy wise home, based on your preferences and budget.
Some of the bigger investments are made more accessible through financial incentives provided by the State, Northern Regional Energy Network, and/or utilities. These can offset upfront costs and include higher incentives for families on fixed incomes.
By weaving together these steps, you can transform your home into a healthier, more comfortable--and affordable--living space.
Take the Energy Wise Home Challenge today!