Electric Turn off lights not in use Let clothes air dry, or use only half of the time allotted for the dry cycle Set your thermostat low in the winter/high in the summer Enroll in load management programs and off-hour rate programs offered by your electric utility If you use a dishwasher, let the dishes air dry rather than using the dryer. Consider replacing incandescent lights in high-use areas with fluorescents Put your fans to use! Cool your house down by running area fans, but be sure to turn them off when the room reaches a comfortable temperature. If you have a fireplace, make sure the damper is closed to avoid lost heat in the cool months. Close A/C vents, doors and windows to any rooms that are rarely used Lower the temperature of your water heater. The savings will be great, and you may not even notice the difference in temperature!