Energy Conservation

Energy conservation is the decision and practice of using less energy. It focuses on adjusting behaviors. The practice reduces demand on natural resources and household energy costs.

Refrigerator Temperature: Set your refrigerator to 37°F and your freezer to 3°F to increase energy savings.

Check for Leaks/Drafts: Inspect attic insulation and use tools like string to detect air infiltration from doors, windows, outlets, and exterior wall switches.

Air Filter Maintenance: Clean and replace filters regularly, as air conditioning and heating systems consume the most household energy.

Thermostat Adjustment: Set your thermostat to 68°F or below in winter and 78°F or above in summer. Adjust clothing layers seasonally.

Air-Dry Clothing/Dishes: Select no-heat air-dry settings on dishwashers or hang-dry clothes.

Full Load Washing: Wash full loads of clothes and dishes to maximize water and energy savings. Use cold water when washing clothes.

Cookware Efficiency: Use lids on pots to retain heat and match burner size to cookware dimensions.

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Technology

Smart Grid

The smart grid is a redesign of our current electrical grid that includes advancements in two way communication.

Energy Storage

The storage of energy addresses spikes in demand on the energy grid at times when the production of electricity is low.

Heat Pump

This device transfers heat from a cool to a warm space in order to more efficiently regulate temperatures.

Energy Efficiency

Utilizing innovations in technologies creates more energy efficient buildings, such as your household.

Carbon Capture, Utilization & Storage

Technologies that capture carbon dioxide emissions before they enter the atmosphere.

Cleaner Energy Sources

Hydrogen: Gray, Blue & Green

Hydrogen is an energy carrier that delivers or stores energy. It can be used in fuel cells to generate electricity.

Natural Gas

A major source of energy in the U.S., natural gas generally produces fewer emissions than other fossil fuels.

Renewables

Energy sources that are naturally replaced and reduce greenhouse gas emissions and pollution.

Nuclear

A large source of domestic, clean energy with high operating and waste storage costs.

You Can Make a Difference

Careers in Clean Energy

One of the biggest ways you can make a difference, with ever growing opportunities for energy related careers.

Electric Transportation

Reduce your carbon footprint by thinking about your transportation habits, including electric vehicles.

Energy Conservation

Your actions make a difference. Simple changes in your daily habits can reduce energy consumption.

Distributed Energy Resources

Small, modular energy generation and storage technologies that provide electric capacity where needed.