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Use dimmers for lighting
Dimmers can help you to save energy by reducing the brightness of your lights. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, using dimmers can reduce energy costs by up to 10%
What You Need to Do
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Step 1If there are areas where lower levels of lighting would be acceptable, it may be worth using existing, or perhaps installing new, light dimmers and reducing the level of lighting.
FAQ
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If I complete this measure, can I track my savings over time?If you mark an item on your plan as completed, we will track your estimated energy use and savings over time. We can use this to find additional savings options.
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Are there other low cost ideas to save money in addition to my Action Plan?In addition to your Action Plan, you can search through our Energy Tips. There are ideas for quick behavior changes, weekend projects, maintenance, when it breaks, health and comfort, and other energy saving ideas. You can easily add those to your action plan.
