No matter what your electric rates are, it always makes sense to use electricity wisely. There are many ways to make your home more energy efficient, which can reduce your electricity bill. For example:

• Clean or replace air-conditioning filters and forced-air heating filters once a month.
  
  
• Install an insulating blanket on your electric water heater to save an easy $10 to $20 per year.
  
  
• Use compact fluorescent bulbs to boost light output while using less energy.

There are a number of resources for consumers to learn how to reduce energy usage and lower electricity bills. Click on the links below to learn more.

American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy
(202) 429-8873

DC Energy Office
(202) 673-6750

District of Columbia Public Service Commission
(202) 626-5100

Energy Star
(888) STAR-YES

Office of the People's Counsel
(202) 727-3071

Pepco
(202) 833-7500

The Alliance to Save Energy
(202) 857-0666