That Makes Cents: Saving on energy

Start by swapping out your most used incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent ones.

Melissa Klein, EPA's Energy Star Program 
"People can save $30 per bulb over the life of the bulb."

Keep showers to 5 minutes or less.  
And switch to a low-flow shower head to save you up to $145 a year.

Wash your laundry in cold water whenever possible.

Melissa Klein, EPA's Energy Star Program  
"Ninety percent of energy to power up a clothes washer goes towards heating the water."

By changing the water temperature you can save between $30 and $40 a year.

Always unplug electronics and chargers that aren't in use, they still use electricity.

Brian Kearney, National Grid 
"It's all adding up. It's all using a little bit of energy."

Now that makes cents!

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