Hot tubs typically waste a lot of energy producing heat. The higher the hot tub temperature, the more energy waste. Even reducing the temperature a few degrees will reduce waste and costs.

Hot tubs typically waste a lot of energy producing heat. Hot tubs that are maintained at 'ready' temperatures continuously waste heat throughout the day. By only raising the temperature an hour before use, and maintaining that temperature during use, energy waste and costs can be dramatically reduced.

This will reduce water and energy waste. Shower timers are an inexpensive and easy way to help limit the length of showers, while making it feel like a game.

Let the warm sunlight in to help lower heating bills and reduce the need for additional lighting.

Keep direct sunlight from shining into rooms and you'll not only keep everyone cooler, you'll also reduce cooling costs.

Closed window dressings help keep rooms cooler and prevent the loss of cooled air. This is particularly helpful on extremely hot days.

Providing cooling only where needed, room air conditioners are less expensive to operate than central units, even though their efficiency is generally lower than that of central air conditioners. Look for an ENERGY STAR® certified unit.

Most still use small amounts of power even when they are in a standby mode. Unplug phone chargers, toasters, blenders and other electronics when not in use.

Most still use small amounts of power, even when in a standby, or low-power setting. Adjust power management settings for inactivity.

Most use much less power in a standby or low-power mode. Adjust power management settings for inactivity.