Hosting for the holidays? Here are three easy ways to save

Hosting for the holidays? Here are three easy ways to save

The holiday season is here. Whether you’re planning to host a gathering, prepare a celebratory meal or decorate your home, we have some easy ways to save energy and money during the festive season Wishing you very happy holidays! 

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*For more tips on how to add shine to your decorating, see our 2022 blog on decorating for the holidays.

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Watch out for Energy Vampires this Halloween

Watch out for Energy Vampires this Halloween

Halloween is the perfect reminder to watch out for energy vampires, or electronics that drain energy when they’re plugged in, but not being used. These everyday items are things like cell phone chargers, computers and coffee makers that could cost you more than $100 each year!

So how can you avoid wasting energy and scare these vampires away for good? We have some tips:

  • After you enjoy your morning brew or perfectly toasted bagel, unplug the coffee maker or toaster until tomorrow.
  • Gaming systems use energy even when they’re in standby or sleep mode. When the kids put down the controller, remind them to shut the system down too.
  • After you sign off for the night, your home computers, laptops, tablets and printers are still on the job. Shut them down and save.
  • Chargers are the worst energy vampires of them all. Unplug these as soon as your devices are fully charged.

Use these tips and more to save energy and money on Halloween and all throughout the year.

 

It’s Energy Awareness Month. How energy aware are you?

It’s Energy Awareness Month. How energy aware are you?

October is Energy Awareness Month. Here’s an opportunity to find out how much you know about how you use energy at home throughout the day. To get started, click the button below to answer the quiz questions. When you choose an answer, you’ll get some useful tips and suggestions to help you start saving energy and money right now! 

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Now is the perfect time to optimize energy savings for fall

Now is the perfect time to optimize energy savings for fall

As the leaves and outside temperatures change, simple actions, household fixes and upgrades can help you save on your energy consumption this fall, winter and beyond. Here are some of the easiest and most effective changes you can make right now.

Infographic with images of fall leaves and text with tips to manage energy costs. Manage Your Energy Costs Here are some simple actions, household fixes and upgrades that can make a world of difference. 1) Simple Acts Icon of an outdoor air conditioning unit • Don’t leave your HVAC system running all the time. Turning your system on and off as needed can increase the unit’s efficiency by 5–15%. Icon of a smart thermostat with heat set to 70 degrees and a thermometer showing a low temperature • Adjust your thermostat temperature throughout the day, considering times when the house is empty. The Department of Energy (DOE) says turning your thermostat back 7–10 degrees, 8 hours a day, gets you 10% savings. Icon of a water heater with a thermometer showing a low temperature • Lowering the temperature of your water heater by just 10 degrees can save you up to 5% on heating costs. The DOE recommends setting it at 120°F (unless you have health issues that require you to set it higher). 2) Basic Maintenance Icon of an air filter with arrows indicating airflow through the filter • Change the air filter in your HVAC system. Icon of a vacuum in front of a vent • Vacuum vents, air ducts and fans. Icon of a water pipe • Insulate hot water pipes to keep water up to 4 degrees hotter. 3) Upgrades That Can Pay for Themselves Icon of a hand setting a smart thermostat to 70 degrees • Invest in a smart thermostat. You can save $50 by going to the PPL Electric Online Marketplace. Icon of a hot water heater with an ENERGY STAR label • Replace your aging hot water heater with an ENERGY STAR® label and receive a $400 rebate from PPL Electric. Icon of a refrigerator with a $50 starburst icon • If investing in new appliances or electronics this fall, like computers and tablets, remember that ENERGY STAR devices can save you money and energy. As we approach the winter heating season, our budget billing program can help make your payments more predictable each month. PPL Electric Utilities logo

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Let’s Talk About How to Personalize Your Energy Savings

Let’s Talk About How to Personalize Your Energy Savings

Your home is as unique as you are. Not all heating and cooling systems are the same, and not everyone uses them in the same way. It’s true for your appliances as well, and everything else that uses energy. That’s why it’s a good idea to take advantage of personalized energy resources available to you from PPL, including one-on-one advice and specialized insights from energy experts. 

Learn more about some of our personalized resources below. And visit our one-stop shop to find out all the ways you can Save with PPL. 

Schedule your free, personalized consultation 

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“I am so appreciative of Jari [a Virtual Home Energy Expert]. He did such a good job in helping me with my account and letting me know how I can save money.” — G. 

A Virtual Home Energy Assessment is easy to schedule and no home visits are necessary. A brief conversation with a trained Energy Advisor from PPL is a great way to find savings suited to your home. It could mean an easy solution to an energy challenge you’ve been dealing with for some time. Or it could be a quick fix to an issue that you never realized was an issue. After the assessment, you’ll also receive a free energy savings kit, with easy DIY upgrades like LED bulbs, a smart power strip, weather stripping and more, shipped straight to your door. Call +1 877-486-9204 to schedule.

Save money and energy with special offers 

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The PPL Online Marketplace is a great resource for special discounts on the best energy-saving products like air purifiers, window A/C units, furnace filters, spray foam and pipe insulation, smart thermostats, dehumidifiers and advanced power strips. It’s also where you can access helpful buyer’s guides highlighting some of the energy-saving appliances and products that are available and how to use them. 

Out with the old… In with the new 

Do you have an old refrigerator or freezer that’s wasting energy and taking up space? If it still works, PPL will pick it up and haul it away for free to be responsibly recycled. Plus, you’ll receive a check for $50. You can also receive money for letting us take away your old dehumidifier or room A/C. We also offer rebates on new refrigerators. Learn more to schedule your pickup.

Whatever type of home you have, there are multiple ways you can save on your budget and save energy at the same time. That’s something worth talking about.