Reviewed and Revised on 10/30/2013
Thermostat Settings for Conservation and $$ Savings in Home Energy
Reviewed and Revised on 11/12/2013
Closely managing your thermostat is an easy way to increase your energy and $$ savings.
- In the summer, set the thermostat as high as you can while still maintaining comfort.
- In the winter, set the thermostat as low as you can while still maintaining comfort.
- If you have central air conditioning and heating, keep the fan switch on “auto.” The exception is for multistory homes where temperature stratification is a problem between the upper and
No to Low Cost Actions to Save Home Energy and Money
Reviewed and Revised 01/03/2014
Simple tips designed to help you save energy in your home with little or no out-of-pocket costs.
Heating
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Set thermostats no higher than 68 ºF when people are home.
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Lower the thermostat when you sleep or not at home. Lowering the thermostat by 10 to 15 degrees for 8 hrs can help you save 5-15% annually on your heating bill. Energy.gov website states that if the setback period is 8 hrs or longer than