Energy & Money Saving Tips
Efficiency Maine offers tips to become more energy efficient and financial incentives (such as rebates, instant discounts, and loans) that can make upgrading to a high-efficiency system more affordable.
Our Energy Efficiency Tips booklet offers a wide selection of suggestions on how to improve the energy efficiency of your home. To download a copy click here. To request a printed copy, email info@efficiencymaine.com or call 866-376-2463.
Here are some useful tips on how to save energy at home this spring and summer.

Clothes Washers & DryersUse the lower temperature settings on the washing machine and load the washing machine to capacity. Washing one large load uses less energy than washing two smaller loads. When drying, dry full loads whenever possible, but be careful not to overfill the dryer. Or, you can also hang your clothes out to dry. Cleaning the dryer filter after each use can also reduce dryer energy use.

Water HeatersSet your water heater thermostat at the lowest temperature that provides you with sufficiently hot water. If you use a lot of hot water, you may need to set the temperature higher to provide enough hot water for your needs. Efficiency Maine recommends setting heat pump water heaters to 120°.

Reduce Phantom LoadMany appliances continue to draw power when they are switched off. These “phantom” loads occur in most appliances that use electricity, such as DVDs, televisions, stereos, computers, and kitchen appliances. Plug devices into a power strip and switch it off when the devices are not in use.