Preparing your home for winter can help you save on your heating bills and make your home 
more comfortable! Here are some places to start:

• Choose LED holiday lights, which use about 
  75-80% less energy than incandescent ones.
• Apply weatherstripping to windows and 
  doors to prevent cold air from sneaking in.
• Replace your furnace filter regularly to 
  maintain good airflow and improve efficiency.
• Smart thermostats allow you to 
  automatically lower the temperature when 
  you’re away or asleep, saving energy without 
  sacrificing comfort.
• Check your MyEnergy portal to track your 
  home use of electricity over the holidays at 
  fcgov.com/portals (MyWater, too!)

With the busy holiday season fast approaching, many will see increased energy use for cooking and staying warm. To manage your electricity costs effectively, consider making these energy-saving moves:

• Cook smarter: Use smaller appliances like slow 
  cookers or air fryers instead of the oven.
• Adjust the thermostat while cooking: Holiday 
  cooking and extra guests can quickly warm your 
  home, so turn down the heat when guests arrive.
• Power strips are your holiday friend: Plug 
  decorations into power strips for easy shutdown 
  and to reduce standby power.
• Use winter sunlight to warm your home: Open 
  curtains and blinds during the day to let natural 
  sunlight warm your home.