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Energy Efficiency: Modifying Behaviours

According to the US Department of Energy, the most effective way to conserve energy is through conservation and energy efficiency practices, which can reduce household electricity costs by up to 25%.Energy efficiency is the reduction of energy waste. It means doing...

Energy Efficiency: Look for the Label

When being conscious of healthy eating, it’s important to read labels on the foods you buy. Similarly, when trying to ensure a healthy electricity bill, it’s important to read and understand the labels on the appliances you invest in.Energy efficiency labels and...

Energy Efficiency: Consider an Electric Vehicle

If you’re looking for a way to reduce your carbon footprint and potentially save money in the long term, investing in an electric vehicle (EV) is worth considering.You may be surprised to learn that EVs were actually the first cars to be built almost 200 years ago...

Energy Efficiency: Phantom Energy

Energy conservation is the effort made to reduce the consumption of energy by reducing usage and it is the quickest, easiest, and most cost-effective way to curtail your electricity bill.Even after taking proactive measures to be more efficient with your energy usage...

Energy Efficiency: Lighting

Our customers can take several actions to improve their energy efficiency which can help to lower their bills. Since its invention more than 200 years ago, the lightbulb has undergone a radical transformation over the last few years to become longer lasting and much...

Energy Efficiency: Cook More Efficiently

It’s important to be mindful of your cooking processes as they can significantly reduce the amount of energy you use and cut your energy bills while reducing your carbon emissions and your environmental impact on our planet.While cooking is not among the top five of...

Energy Efficiency: Be Water Conscious

Being water conscious is not only good for the environment but could also result in a significant reduction in your household energy consumption, which will in turn help you save money. Much of the energy consumed around water usage is due to appliances using...

Energy Efficiency: Setting Temperatures

Our customers can take several actions to improve their energy efficiency which can help to lower their bills. Paying attention to the temperature settings of high-energy consuming appliances such as air conditioners, refrigerators and freezers, washing machines, and...

Energy Efficiency: AMI Meter Usage

Actively monitoring and adjusting your energy usage will assist you in conserving energy and using the energy you require more efficiently, which is not only good for the environment, but could ultimately result in lower energy costs. As part of BELCO’s ongoing...

Energy Efficiency: Be Smart with Appliances

Household appliances can be a significant contributor to energy bills and one of the best ways to reduce electricity usage is to use energy efficient appliances. However, using your appliances in more efficient ways is also important in reducing consumption. For...

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