The Fight Against Global Warming Comes Home – Small Steps Have a Big Impact

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Producing the electricity used to power our homes is a top source of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. By using less energy you can help fight global warming and save money. We all know that taking public transportation and carpooling are great ways to cut our GHG emissions, but there are also many easy things that you can do in your home to fight global warming.

Easy Changes at Home

If just half of California households changed five incandescent lights to CFLs it would be like taking 200,000 cars off the road
  1. Replace standard incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) and save 75% of lighting costs.
  2. Unplug TVs, stereos, battery chargers and other electronic equipment when not in use. Taken together, these small items can use as much power as your refrigerator.
  3. Take steps to cut water use such as installing faucet aerators, low-flow showerheads, and low-flush toilets. As much as 19% of California's electricity is used to pump, transport and treat water.
  4. A 5° higher setting on your air conditioning thermostat will save about 10% on cooling costs.
  5. Always buy ENERGY STAR qualified appliances and equipment – they're up to 40% more efficient. Find rebates and incentives in your area using Flex Your Power's rebate finder.

Together We Can Make a Difference

If everyone takes small steps towards efficiency and conservation, it can have a big impact. Did you know that if half of California households changed just five incandescent light bulbs to CFLs it would be like taking 200,000 cars off the road! Browse our website for more great tips and information on saving energy, money and the planet.