Trying to decide on the perfect bulb?

Now that the sun is setting earlier at night you may feel like bringing more daylight inside. When shopping for an LED bulb look at the bulb’s lumens per watt. Lumens are a measure of a lightbulb’s efficiency and its brightness. The higher the lumen the more efficient and brighter the bulb.

Learn more about LED lighting with our buying guide

Savings worth savouring

It’s hard to see the impact at first, but even small changes add up to noticeable energy savings. By switching your bulbs to LEDs, you could save enough for 40 cups of coffee in just one year.

Humidity and home comfort go hand in hand 

What level of humidity should your home have?

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Every home is different, but a level between 30 and 40 per cent humidity is typically ideal for keeping your home warm and comfortable in the winter, without leaving condensation on the windows. In the summer, that level can be higher, between 50 and 60 per cent.

Learn more about humidity at home.

‘Brrr.’ isn’t something you should be saying indoors

 

Use weather stripping on windows and doors in your home to help seal cracks that let cold drafts in; because an airtight home benefits not only your energy costs but your comfort as well.

Reduce allergies and save energy

Your home may be filled with allergy triggers that you can't see. But fear not: we can help you stay allergy free this Spring and save on your energy bill.

Find out how.

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Is your gaming system costing you?

You'd be surprised to learn how much energy your console uses when it's not in use. Flip the switch to see how much you can save by powering down after gameplay; just make sure to save your progress!

Did you know? Most gaming systems have a power saving mode that can help cut down on its energy use. Learn how to enable this feature for your console.

Shopping for new appliances? Buy smart and efficient.

From fridges with internal cameras for efficient snack perusing, to dryers that know when to stop tumbling dry clothes, the world of smart appliances continues to grow.

Just remember to look for the blue ENERGY STAR® label. ENERGY STAR®-certified appliances are proven to be more efficient; helping you hit the ground running with lasting energy savings.

How to set your ceiling fan direction for each season

Did you know? Setting the direction of your fan blades will help you control the temperature in your home, so you can save on both cooling and heating costs.

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