In the winter months, heating systems work longer, using more electricity. This is the time of year we tend to have more family gatherings, and daylight hours are at a yearly low. The combination of these things result in an increase in electricity usage in lighting, electronics, appliances, and heating water.

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If you'd like to avoid a higher bill this winter due to higher usage, consider the tips below for saving energy and keeping warm - and enroll in SmartHub!

• Clean your furnace – change filters often
• Fans – reverse the circulation to push warm air down
• Bundle Up – put on an extra layer of clothes or a blanket
• Wear a hat – you lose body heat through your head
• Drink something warm – cozy up with a cup of coffee or tea
• Use less water – wash full loads of dishes and clothes and take shorter showers
• Use less energy – turn off electronics when not in use

Seal leaks – use towels to block drafts from windows and doorsClose your blinds – keep the warm inside For more energy saving tips click here.