As summer settles in, temperatures and humidity are sure to be on the rise, and with that comes soaring energy usage – sometimes OVER-usage or MIS-use – of air conditioning systems. With increased usage of the A/C comes higher and higher electric bills. O&R spokesman Mike Donovan says turning your air conditioning down or off in your home while you’re away can help lower your costs, and setting the A/C to the highest temperature your comfort and health will allow can help you save money as well…
Donovan also suggests closing all doors and windows in your home while the air conditioning is running, and pulling your curtains and shades closed to help block out the sun and the heat of the day is also helpful. For energy efficiency tips, incentives and rebate information, visit www.oru.com/save.