Top energy users

Life in the desert southwest brings high temperatures, which cause us to rely heavily on our air conditioning. This can take a toll on utility bills - especially if you're not using electricity efficiently. The first step to making your home more energy efficient is to understand where you use energy. You can make the greatest impact on reducing your electric bill by focusing on the areas where you use the most energy.

The top five energy users for a typical home in the desert southwest are listed below. Click on a link for energy savings tips.Top five energy users chart

  1. Cooling and heating
  2. Swimming pool pumps
  3. Electric water heaters
  4. Refrigerators
  5. Electric dryers

 

Energy savings tips

Our Energy Savings Solutions identify simple things that you can do around your home to make it more energy-efficient and ultimately lower your electric bill.

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