Possible peak demand Thursday or Friday between 4pm and 7pm. Take steps to help lower your electric costs!

You might consider reducing your electricity use between 4:00 and 7:00 p.m. this Thursday, and Friday. Here are some tips to help you:

•           turn your A/C up a few degrees
•           turn off lights anywhere they are not needed and dim others if they are dimmable
•           postpone use of pool pumps, dryers, washing machines, and other appliances
•           reduce plug load by turning off computers, televisions, etc.
•           Cook dinner on the grill or have a picnic supper
•           Do not charge an electric vehicle during a peak demand event
•           Pre-cool your home and then let it coast without A/C until after the peak demand event
•           Use fans instead of or in addition to A/C as fans use much less electricity than air conditioning
•           Close blinds on windows facing the sun
•           Use smart power strips to turn off multiple devices with one touch
• Get an energy assessment for your home or business to see if there are more electricity-saving opportunities. Find out more information by visiting our energy efficiency website

Together we can reduce the summer peak demand for electricity on New England’s electrical grid!