Resources

Energy
Saving Tips

MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO PAY YOU FULL GAS AND ELECTRIC BILLS EACH MONTH.

BE AGGRESSIVE ABOUT ENERGY USE IN YOUR HOME BY FOLLOWING THESE TIPS:

• Change your furnace filter every 2-3 months.
• Use compact fluorescent bulbs.
• Use a microwave instead of a stove.
• Buy ENERGY STAR appliances and equipment.
• Set water heaters on medium.
• Install low-flow shower heads.
• Turn off lights, computer, monitors, video game consoles and TV’s when not in use.
• Unplugging your devices when not in use eliminates energy loss–or use a power strip!
• It takes less energy to reheat or cool your home when you get back than to leave it running while you are gone.

Winter Tips

• Set thermostat to 68-72 degrees.
• Set thermostat to 55 degrees when away.
• Open blinds to let in the sun.
• Close blinds when it is dark to keep the heat in.
• Wear warm clothes.

Summer Tips

• Set air conditioner to 78-82 degrees.
• Set air conditioner to at least 85 degrees when away.
• Turn off air conditioner and open windows at night to let the cool air in.

Additional
Resources

• Salvation Army
• Utah Weatherization Assistance Program
• Utah Affordable Housing Data Base
• 211 United Way
• Utah Health and Human Services Information and Referral
• The National Energy and Utility Affordability Coalition
• Circuit Breaker Property Tax Relief Programs
• IRS – Order a tax transcript
• Social Security Administration – Get records online
• AAA Fair Credit Foundation

• Create Better Health
• Utah Money Moms
• Empowering Financial Wellness Program
• Personal Finance and Homebuyer Education
• Healthy Relationships
• Tribal and Rural Opioid Initiative
• Rural Online Initiative