Changing to compact fluorescent light bulbs, washing full loads of clothes and dishes, and lowering your water heater temperature are some tips presented to save money on energy bills while helping the environment. The document outlines strategies for saving on lighting, appliances, hot water usage, and provides references for more information.

1. Home Energy Savings Tips Save Money While You help the Environment Presented by: Emmanjamestaneo

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 www.eere.energy.gov/consumer/tips/save_energy.html www.exeloncorp.com/comedcare www.energystar.gov/l