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BC Hydro's Green Tips: |
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Using less energy at home is good for the environment and helps you save money. It's also easier than you think. There are dozens of steps you can take to reduce your household energy consumption, and a lot of them are free or only cost a little.
If we all reduce our electricity consumption by only 5%, we'd save enough electricity to power an additional 80,000 homes every year! |
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Low Cost Tips: |
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1. Switch to compact fluorescent light bulbs |
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2. Switch halogen torchieres to compact fluorescents |
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3.Switch from incandescent to LED holiday lights |
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4. Replace incandescent nightlights |
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5. Replacing your fridge? Buy an ENERGY STAR model |
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No Cost Tips: |
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1. Turn the lights out when you don't need them |
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2. Turn off your computer when not in use |
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3. Unplug chargers and turn off power bars |
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4. Turn off the TV when nobody is watching |
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5. Turn off video game consoles when not playing |
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6. Hang-dry your clothes to save electricity |
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7. Remove or unplug unnecessary fridges and freezers |
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8. Don't use the heat-dry feature on your dishwasher |
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9. Turn your thermostat down at night and when you're not home |
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10. A short shower uses less water and energy than a bath |
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11. Avoid using portable space heaters |
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