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Energy Efficiency
Simply put, energy efficiency means using less energy to get the same job done – and in the process, cutting your energy bill and reducing pollution. As your local electric cooperative and trusted energy partner, we’re here to give you the tools, tips, and programs so you can use your energy smarter, more efficiently, and least expensively. If you’re ready to reduce your energy use and start saving on your electricity costs, find helpful tips and resources here.
Easy Home Energy Tips
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Heating & Cooling
Heating and cooling your home and water are some of the largest household energy expenses – accounting for up to 60% of total energy use.
• Electric heat pumps can transfer 300% more energy than they consume, compared to a high-efficiency gas furnace’s 95% rating. They’re great for adding AC, remodels or expansions, and new home construction.
• Air leakage accounts for 25% to 40% of the energy used for heating and cooling. Seal windows and doors with caulk or weatherstripping.
• Run ceiling fans counterclockwise in the summer to produce a wind chill effect. In the winter, run fans clockwise to force warm air near the ceiling down to the occupied space.
• Draw your shades to keep rooms cooler in the summer. Open blinds in the winter to let sunlight in, and close them at night to keep warm air from escaping.
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You’re saving $29 each month when compared to the average electric bill in Colorado.
That’s nearly $350 extra per year you can put towards other necessities and expenses.
Analysis based on July 2023 Colorado electric utilities rate comparison and average residential consumer usage of 1000 kWh per month.
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You’re saving $29 each month when compared to the average electric bill in Colorado.
That’s nearly $350 extra per year you can put towards other necessities and expenses.
Analysis based on July 2023 Colorado electric utilities rate comparison and average residential consumer usage of 1000 kWh per month.
How You Can Save More
These tools and services help you do even more when it comes to being energy efficient in your home.
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Solar Energy Center
Touchstone Energy is dedicated to advancing our commitment to renewable energy through our 2030 Clean Energy Goal which includes a significant investment in solar energy. Today, during certain times of the year, 30 percent of the energy that Touchstone Energy Cooperatives provides can come from solar. Our focus on affordable, renewable energy options is what helps support rate stability and favorably position our co-op for the environmental needs of the future.
