Energy efficiency choices can reduce energy bills by a third with similar reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.  17% of end use energy in the United States is consumed by heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.  $18 billion in energy cost is lost to poor operation.  Here are some steps that you can take in your home or office to reduce energy consumption

• Adjust thermostat to 70 degrees in the winter and 76 degrees in the summer
• Turn lights off when you leave the room
• Disconnect lights in vending machines
• Turn off office equipment when it is not in use
• Reduce hot water heater temperature to 120 degrees if allowable
• Keep doors and windows closed
• Turn off motor vehicles when not in use or eliminate idling times
• Purchase energy star appliances and enable energy star settings

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