Spring has finally sprung! Warmer weather is coming, and flowers are beginning to bloom. With winter Energy costs eating up a chunk of your household budget, Spring brings the perfect opportunity to spring clean your energy habits. A new season brings new ways to save electricity and improve the efficiency of your home! Here are just a few of the things to keep in mind this time of year: Solar Got solar? Just because we haven’t hit hot weather yet, doesn’t mean you can’t be saving money through your solar panels. Contrary to popular belief, solar panels will still generate plenty of electricity in spring as they generate electricity from light, not heat. So you can be saving just as much, if not more off your bills! Open windows It sounds simple, but natural ventilation allows you to naturally cool your space without switching on air conditioners. This is a handy strategy in spring when temperatures are mild. If you’re living somewhere a bit cooler, it makes sense to leave the windows open in the evening and let the breeze cool your home naturally. Install window treatments Energy efficient window treatments or coverings such as blinds, shades and films can slash heat […]

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