Energy Saving Tools

As the world changes, energy prices inevitably will continue to fluctuate. To help you deal with the ups and downs, your local electric cooperatives have put together this energy saving tool box to help you stop leaking energy and to start saving money.

	Seal the Deal One of the best and easiest ways for consumers to save on their energy bills is to make sure that their home is properly sealed. Hidden cracks and improper insulation in your home can amount to as much heat loss as having a window open all year round. That is why Touchstone has teamed-up with Energy Star to bring you "Seal the Deal". Seal the Deal is a short do-it-yourself video that shows what you can do to seal those small cracks and insulate your house to reduce you energy bill.
	Home Energy Guide This useful guide, brought to you by the experts at Touchstone Energy, will help you find ways to save money by cutting energy consumption throughout your entire home. You have the power to control energy costs! View the Savings Guide (PDF - 1.46MB)
	Energy Star Products Energy Star is a joint effort between the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy. This innovative program has already helped save billions of dollars in utilities cost and has reduced greenhouse gas emissions across the country.
	FAQ's What uses the most energy in my home? How do I know if I need to add more insulation to my home? When should I replace my hot water heater? And much more!
	Home Energy Audit How energy efficient is your home? Take this online home energy audit to help you determine where you might be leaking energy. The online audit calculates your energy consumption based on a detailed description of your home, its appliances and geographic location. Launch the Home Energy Audit
	Energy Glossary We understand energy related terms can be complicated and hard to understand. To help here is a glossary of frequently used terms. Energy Glossary
	Light Bulb Calculator Want to know an easy way to save money and be more energy efficient? Switch from regular incandescent light bulbs to compact fluorescents. Figure out exactly how much you can save by using the Touchstone Energy Light Bulb calculator. Light Bulb calculator
	Choose the Right Light Replacing your regular light bulbs with energy efficient compact fluorescents can add up to a houseload of savings. To help you choose the right CFL, use this light guide from Energy Star.
	Simple Tips Stopping energy leaks is a lot easier than you think. It doesn't require a lot of time or a lot of money. Here are a few tips from your local electric cooperatives…the energy experts. Simple Tips
	Energy Efficient House There are a number of things you can do to make your home more energy efficient. Go from room to room in the Energy Efficient House to see where you might find ways to save energy. Energy Efficient House
	Kids Zone It’s important for kids to know about energy efficiency. At the Kids Zone, children can learn how they can help their families save energy and about energy safety. Games and videos make it a friendly and fun tool. Kids Zone