As weekend forecasts predict hot and steamy weather to approach our area, Con Edison offers helpful tips to stay cool by using energy wisely.
Check out these money-saving conservation tips:
- Set your air conditioning to the highest comfortable temperature. Every degree you lower the thermostat drives up your bill by 6 percent
- When the AC is running, close doors to keep cool air in and hot air out
- Even when using AC, use ceiling and other fans to provide additional cooling and better circulation
- Keep shades, blinds and curtains closed. About 40 percent of unwanted heat comes through windows
- Turn off AC units, lights and other appliances when not at home and use a timer or smart technology to turn on your air conditioner about a half-hour before arriving home
- Keep AC filters clean
- If you run a business, keep your door closed while the AC is running. Don’t burn through your profits to cool the street
- To reduce heat and moisture in your home, run appliances such as ovens, washing machines, dryers and dishwashers in the early morning or late at night when it’s cooler outside
- Con Edison offers a variety of energy-efficiency programs for the hot weather season. The Smart AC Program connects customers with smart technology to control their room air conditioners from their computer or mobile device. Learn more by visiting: conedsmartac.com
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