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WM Wendy Martinenas updated 1-09

1st Step To Reducing Energy Consumption Is Look At Your Usage

How do we consume energy at home? Here are the Department of Energy estimates of our usage. [...]

Air Conditioning Tips To Reduce Energy Consumption

by Wendy Brandt Martinenas

If you need a new air conditioner, why not get an energy efficient model. Not only is it better for our Earth, you’ll pay less each month to run it.  Look for a unit with a SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) between 16-21.  To see if you can save money on your outright [...]

Programmable Thermostats

by Wendy Brandt Martinenas

You can save as much as 10% a year on your heating and cooling bills by simply turning your thermostat back 10% to 15% for 8 hours. You can do this automatically by installing an automatic setback or programmable thermostat.  This device enables you to adjust the times you turn on the heating [...]

Water Heater Basics

By Wendy Brandt Martinenas

Water heating is the third largest energy expense in your home. It typically accounts for about 13%–17% of your utility bill. There are four ways to cut your water heating bills: use less hot water, turn down the thermostat on your water heater, insulate your water heater, or buy a new, more [...]

Learn how to save money with Solar

by Wendy Brandt Martinenas

Protect the planet and protect yourself from rising utility rates. Learn how solar technology works, what elements make a home or structure appropriate for solar energy production & how the current government incentives make this form of energy cost effective.

Details will be provided on the incentives currently available to CT homeowners, including the [...]