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Tag: energy savings

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Why lowering your thermostat in the winter can help conserve electricity

Why does lowering your thermostat a few degrees help conserve electricity if your furnace uses natural gas? And does doing so really make much of a difference? We have answers.

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Tips

Easy, inexpensive ways to boost
your home’s comfort this winter

Pulling on a sweater, snuggling under a blanket or turning on your space heater for a while can keep you cozy during the winter while keeping your costs under control.

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Tips

Tips to keep your holidays merry, bright and safe

Arlo Christensen, an OPPD safety expert, shares guidance for safely using holiday lights both inside and outside of your home.

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Tips

5 ways to save energy this Thanksgiving

Follow these Thanksgiving energy savings tips so the holiday doesn't gobble up energy in your home.

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General

Do you know how trees help you?

Learn about the benefits of trees and how they can positively affect your energy consumption and power bill, your well-being, the environment, and more.

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General

Video: Steps you can take to save on fall, winter power bills

October is National Energy Awareness Month, a great time to make some adjustments around your home to reduce your fall and winter energy usage and bills.

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