A few quick things you can do to lower your energy costs:

• Schedule an energy audit
   
• Home sealing with caulk and weatherstripping
   
• Adjust your thermostat at night and when not home (Winter)
   
• Lower water heater temperature
   
• Seal and insulate your air ducts
   
• Insulate your home
   
• Adjust your thermostat at night and when not home (Summer)
   
• Get a programmable thermostat
   
• Insulate the hot and cold water pipes around your water heater
   
• Insulate your water heater
   
• ENERGY STAR Refrigerator
   
• ENERGY STAR Dishwasher
   
• ENERGY STAR Clothes Washer
   
• Install faucet aerators and low-flow showerheads
   
• Reduce the amount of water used with each toilet flush

For more energy saving tips and details, visit the Governor's Energy Office, Energy Action Plan at www.rechargecolorado.com.