Unplug the thug - Unplug chargers when not in use Pacific Power wants to give you some tips that will let you enjoy your gadgets, stay warm and manage your power bill... Shut off computers - Some computers and other electronics continue to use energy even when theyre in sleep mode. Plug computers, TVs and video game systems into a power strip that can be easily turned off when the equipment is not in use. * Adjust TV settings - Consider dimming the display on your TV to reduce brightness and contrast. settings used for the retail showroom like vivid or dynamic typically use more energy. * Improve your homes heating and cooling systems by cleaning or replacing furnace filters and scheduling routine system maintenance to help air flow through the system more efficiently. * Set your thermostat as low as comfortable; aim for 68 degrees. When you are asleep or out of the house, lower the temperature by another 10 degrees and this will reduce your energy usage by about 10 percent. Customers can find out more by going to pacificpower.net/tips or by calling 888- 221-7070 toll free anytime.
Posted on: Thu, 01 Jan 2015 17:20:00 +0000
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