Energy Efficiency

Getting away? Don’t forget to pack your energy efficiency checklist

Jul 28, 2022 | Energy Efficiency

Give your water heater a vacation too If you haven’t yet, check your water heater for an “away” or “vacation” setting. If your model doesn’t have this option, lower the temperature of your water heater before you leave home. Water heating can account for 20% of your...

Amp up summer fun with these energy-saving party power plays

Jun 23, 2022 | Energy Efficiency

It’s official. Summer has arrived. Time to heat up the grill, turn up the tunes and get the party started. To save energy and money, try these simple party power plays. https://vimeo.com/723491383 Take it outside Hosting a crowd indoors can raise your home’s...

Beat the heat with rebates for ENERGY STAR® products

Jun 15, 2022 | Energy Efficiency

Hot temperatures can impact your comfort and your energy costs. Keep cool and save with these helpful tips from our friends at ENERGY STAR® and rebates from PPL Electric Utilities. 1. Consider an HVAC upgrade. If your cooling equipment is more than 10 years old or...

Quick tips to help you save this summer

Jun 4, 2022 | Energy Efficiency

It’s June, and that means summer is here. You can offset the summer heat by incorporating some energy efficient habits into your routine. Here are a few tips to help you save energy and money as temperatures rise. Take advantage of shade. Blocking the sun’s warm rays...

Student art shines a bright light on energy efficiency

Jun 3, 2022 | Energy Efficiency

Students in kindergarten through eighth grade throughout our service territory shined brightly during the month of May as they were recognized for their submissions to the Bright Ideas Energy Efficiency Student Poster Contest and Innovation Challenge. The annual...

Take steps to stay cool and save

May 10, 2022 | Energy Efficiency

Temperatures may be rising, but your energy costs don’t have to. Keep cool and save energy this summer with these helpful tips from our friends at ENERGY STAR® and rebates from PPL Electric Utilities. Consider an HVAC upgrade. If your cooling equipment is more than 10...

Save energy and money with simple landscaping tips

May 9, 2022 | Energy Efficiency

Tip 1: Plant shade trees to cool your home The summer sun hits your home’s walls, windows and roof. This heats up your house, causing your A/C to work overtime. Planting trees around your home can provide shade, giving your air conditioning unit a much-needed...

Managing your energy use is easier than you think

Apr 12, 2022 | Energy Efficiency

There are opportunities to save on electricity throughout your home, and our energy efficiency programs and rebates can help get you started. No contact, free home energy assessment With a virtual home energy assessment, an expert energy advisor will evaluate your...

This Earth Day, make energy efficiency a priority

Mar 29, 2022 | Energy Efficiency

Earth Day is a great opportunity to take small, easy steps to make your home more energy efficient so you can save money year-round.

Spring cleaning? Don’t forget your devices!

Mar 22, 2022 | Energy Efficiency

Spring cleaning is the perfect time to improve your home’s energy efficiency. Cleaning and organizing can positively impact the performance of electronics and appliances of all kinds—and that can have a real effect on your energy bills. Let’s look at ways to clean up devices throughout the house.