Energy Conservation Tips

1. Energy Conservation Tips John Delvo PE Energy Management Specialist Rocky Mountain Region Montana-Dakota Utilities Co.

2. Energy Efficiency Gas/Electric • Set your thermostat between 65 F and 70 F during the winter. There is a 1% savings for every deg of setback for 8 hours. Three is a 3% annual savings for every degree of setback if it is a permanent setting

3. Energy Conservation Tips Gas/Electric • Clean or change furnace filters once a month. Furnaces consume less energy if they breath easily • Have furnace tuned up once a year by service technician • Take showers instead of baths • Wash only full loads of dishes and clothes • Wash in cold water whenever possible

4. Energy Efficiency Tips Gas/Electric • Set water temperature at 120 F • Insulate hot water pipes in unconditioned space • Repair leaky faucets • Install water-flow restrictors in showerheads and faucets • Close unnecessary heat vents in rooms • On sunny days open draperies and blinds to let sun in • Close draperies and blinds at night to insulate against the cold

5. Energy Conservation Tips Gas/Electric • Weatherize your home with caulking and weather stripping to seal leaks • Hot air and return ducts in attic or crawl space should be covered two inches of insulation and should be air tight as possible

6. Energy Conservation Gas/Electric • Use compact fluorescent lights bulbs • Shut computers off when not in use standby mode can still draw power

7. Insulation

8. Energy Star Rating

9. Appliances • Replace Appliances with Energy Star Rating • Refrigerators use 15% less energy than required by federal standards • Dishwashers use 25% less energy than required by federal standards • Clothes Washers use 50% of the energy used by standard washers • Central Air Conditioners exceed federal standards by 20% • Natural gas furnaces have a 90 % or higher A.F.U.E rating

10. Energy User Guide

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