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How Can We Save Energy & Money?

The US EPA’s website (energystar.gov) has information about available rebates for purchasing energy efficient appliances, tax credits for residential energy efficiency, and home improvement projects to save energy and money.

Energy Upgrade California® (energyupgradeca.org) is a statewide initiative committed to helping Californians be more energy efficient, utilize more sustainable natural resources, reduce demand on the energy grid and make informed choices about their energy use at home and at work—all of which goes a long way for California.

Here are 10 ways to start conserving energy in your household:

  1. Adjust your day-to-day behaviors

  2. Replace your light bulbs

  3. Use smart power strips

  4. Install a programmable thermostat

  5. Use energy efficient appliances

  6. Reduce water heating expenses

  7. Install energy efficient windows

  8. Upgrade your HVAC system

  9. Weatherize your home

  10. Insulate your home

Need Financing? Butte County has 5 “Property Assessed Clean Energy” Programs that provide low interest loans on home energy efficiency purchases. These organizations provide access to PACE loans for Butte County citizens: Home Energy Renovation Opportunity, Ygrene, Alliance NRG, California FIRST, and Figtree.