Beat the Heat: PUC Shares #WaysToStayCool and #WaysToSave During Early Summer Temperature Spike
Discover Smart Tips to Stay Cool, Save Energy, and Lower Your Bills
HARRISBURG – As millions of Pennsylvanians experience a surge in hot weather, and the official start of summer arrives later this week, the Public Utility Commission (PUC) is urging consumers to explore simple #WaysToStayCool and #WaysToSave – helping to conserve energy and keep summer power bills manageable.
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Tip: Circulating air with a fan can help you feel up to 4 degrees cooler, without needing to lower your thermostat.
There are several simple things most consumers can do, at little or no added cost, to increase summer comfort while managing power usage and energy costs:
- Fan Yourself – Fans circulate the air, keeping you feeling cooler even at higher temps.
- Follow the Shade – Spend time in rooms that do not receive direct sunlight.
- Block the Heat – Use window blinds and coverings at the sunniest time of day to reduce heat buildup.
- Don’t Add Extra Heat – Postpone using heat-producing appliances like clothes dryers, dishwashers, and stoves until it is cooler.
- Cookout, Anyone? – Consider using outdoor barbecue grills or microwaves instead of stoves or ovens, which can increase indoor heat.
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