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EnergyLook for the Energy Star label on products and equipment, you can reduce your energy bill by 30 percent and your electric lighting charges by 40 percent while cutting pollution. Get a programmable thermostat and set the temperature up in the summer and down in the winter while you are at work. Turn your water heater down to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. You'll cut your water-heating costs by 6-10 percent. Keep your home appliances running at peak efficiency to save electricity, conserve resources and reduce global warming. Remove lint and dust from your refrigerator coil and freezer. Clean up lint around your dryer, furnace, and any vents leading to or from them. Change or clean the filter in your air purifier or furnace. Paint your exterior and interior walls in a light color so more light is reflected. Paint the edges of the window in white so more light is reflected inside. During the day, open blinds to bring in natural light instead of turning on lights. The following links provide information on home energy efficiency and renewable energy opportunities in Maine. Electricity The Maine Green Power Connection helps you understand and buy green power in Maine. Energy star-electronic products guide - information on energy saving products and home improvements. Green Alternative for Electricity - Details the two options for greener electricity, purchasing green tags or switching your electricity supply. Home Power Efficiency Maine- Tips for Saving Energy Home Energy Audit Tool developed at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy - provides a listing of efficient appliances and tips for energy savings. Geothermal Heating and CoolingThe Department of Energy Geothermal Geothermal Resources Council
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