WHAT RENTERS CAN DO 2  Renters usually have fewer options than homeowners  Goal: To reduce costs immediately and inexpensively

WHAT RENTERS CAN DO 2 8 WAYS TO SAVE ENERGY 1. Adjust the thermostat 2. Change filters regularly 3. Manage exposure to the sun 4. Replace incandescent bulbs with compact fluorescent lamps 5. Talk to your landlord about weatherization 6. Manage water heaters and leaky faucets 7. Choose an efficient water heater and use it efficiently 8. Look for Energy Star qualified home electronics

WHAT RENTERS CAN DO 2 1. Adjust the thermostat Winter time:  When you’re… Home: 65ºF to 68ºF Away (1 hr+): 65ºF Summer time  When you’re… Home: 75ºF to 78ºF Away (1 hr+): 78ºF

WHAT RENTERS CAN DO 2 1. Adjust the thermostat At night, set the temperature to similar settings as when you are away.  Why? During the summer, heat is less severe at night During the winter, you can stay just as warm with blankets or warm clothing

WHAT RENTERS CAN DO 2 1. Adjust the thermostat Talk to your landlord about installing a programmable thermostat  Improve comfort & save energy  Ask the landlord to install a programmable thermostat

WHAT RENTERS CAN DO 2 2. Ask your landlord to change the filters regularly  You or your landlord should replace or clean the filters every three months.

WHAT RENTERS CAN DO 2 3. Manage home’s exposure to the sun  Use shades, awnings, or blinds.

WHAT RENTERS CAN DO 2 3. Manage home’s exposure to the sun  Summer: Day:Close shades, blinds, curtains Night:Open windows (ventilation)  Winter: Day:Open shades, blinds, curtains Night: Close shades, blinds, curtains

WHAT RENTERS CAN DO 2 4. Replace incandescent bulbs with compact fluorescent lamps (CFL’s) Fluorescent bulbs:  last longer  use less energy  give off less heat  save money in the long run!

WHAT RENTERS CAN DO 2 5. Talk to your landlord about weatherization  Weatherstripping around windows and doors  Caulking cracks, etc.

WHAT RENTERS CAN DO 2 GEFA Weatherization Program:  Administered through local Community Action Agencies  To find your local action agency: (404)

WHAT RENTERS CAN DO 2 6. Manage water heaters and leaky faucets  Turn down the temperature setting to Normal (120°F).  Vacation: turn the water heater down  Ask the landlord to fix leaky faucets.

WHAT RENTERS CAN DO 2 7. Choose an efficient room air conditioner and use it efficiently  Energy Star ®  EER of 10.7 or higher  Pick the right size- don’t go too big!

WHAT RENTERS CAN DO 2 8. Look for Energy Star® qualified home electronics

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