1. Home Energy Saving Tips Save Money While You Help the Environment By: Marina Del Conte

2. Bright Ideas Lighting accounts for more than 10 percent of electric bill Change to compact florescent lights (CFLs) Use 50-75 percent less energy Last up to ten times longer than conventional bulbs

3. Keep It Clean Wash only full loads of clothes and dishes Keep dryer vents clean Air dry dishes when possible Use ENERGY STAR products

4. Stay Out of Hot Water Heating water accounts for 13 percent of energy bill Use low-flow fixtures Repair leaks Lower thermostat Insulate heater

5. References www1.eere.energy.gov/consumer/tips/save_energy.html www.exeloncorp.com/comedcare/ www.energystar.gov