[Be a smart energy]

-Turn off your lights when they're not in use. Use compact fluorescent light bulbs. Cut cooling costs by as much as 30 percent with high-performance ENERGY STAR windows.


-Clean or replace filters monthly or as needed. Seal your heating and cooling ducts and improve the efficiency of your cooling system by as much as 20 percent .

-Cut your air conditioning load and reduce pollution by planting leafy trees around your home and installing reflective tiles on your roof.

-Install a programmable thermostat and cut summer AC bills by about 10 percent. Seal up your home and install the proper amount of insulation.