Residential Customers » Energy Tips

• Concerned about your home’s energy costs? There are lots of steps you can take that will help. MassSAVE offers a balanced set of resources so that you can choose what makes the most sense for your home energy improvements. Empower yourself and others by learning about—and talking about—energy conservation, energy efficiency, and how your daily actions and purchasing decisions can add up to make a dramatic difference.
  
  
• 101 Energy Efficiency Tips are categorized by area such as Lighting, Water Heating, Kitchen, Heating, and Windows.
  
  
• ENERGY STAR: Find efficient appliances and equipment.
  
  
• Tips from the EPA related to efficient heating and cooling.
  
  
• Learn about efficient lighting and appliances.
  
  
• Details on air sealing and insulation are available at the EPA’s website.
  
  
• Consider using a programmable thermostat.
  
  
• Find out about Home Performance with ENERGY STAR.
  
  
• Calculate your energy use: A collection of online tools to help you evaluate appliance costs, insulation levels, water savings, renewable energy systems, renovation projects, space heating and cooling systems, and water heaters, among other useful calculators.
  
  
• A Consumer’s Guide to Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy: More specific homeowner resources from the U.S. Dept. of Energy.
  
  
• If you have your last 12 months of utility bills, use the ENERGY STAR Home Energy Yardstick to compare your home's energy efficiency to similar homes across the country and get recommendations for energy-saving home improvements from ENERGY STAR.
  
  
• Massachusetts Energy Assistance: Programs to help low-income households pay for heating fuel, weatherization, heating system repairs, etc.
  
  
• Visit myenergystar.com for educational materials especially designed for families, teachers, and more tips on improving your home’s performance!
  
  
• More information can be found on the Informational Links page.
  
  
• Details on 2009 Consumer Tax Incentives.