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Set your thermostat as high If you use air conditioning, Water heating accounts for
as comfortably possible in the turning on your ceiling fans will about 18% of the energy
summer. Keep your home allow you to raise the thermostat consumed in your home. Turn
warmer while you’re away and setting about 4°F without a down the temperature of your
lower the thermostat setting noticeable reduction in comfort. water heater to the warm setting
to 76°F only when you’re at You’ll save energy costs while (120°F). You'll save energy and
home and need cooling. the fan creates a cool breeze. avoid scalding your hands.

HINT: Using a programmable HINT: Running a ceiling HINT: The default temperature
thermostat will help you save fan will only cost you setting for most water heaters
10-30% on cooling costs! about $.02/hour! is set to 140°F. Check yours!

If you’re looking for an educational activity that’s tailored to elementary
students who love science, check out the Energy Express workshops. This
summer, Energy Express will partner with the Montgomery Country Public
Library and hold workshops in libraries throughout the county. During
each workshop, kids will learn the basics of renewable (solar and wind)
energy, and then they’ll build their own renewable energy-powered
device – either a SunZoon Lite Solar Car or a Wind Generator II. Each
Energy Express workshop is 60 minutes long and is led by staff from the Montgomery County Department of
Environmental Protection. Registration is required and must be completed through the Public Libraries website.
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