2011-2012 -Agency Presentation 09-03 adapted for EAP online

PowerPoint Presentation: 

fdfdf Welcome to Indiana Energy Education 2011-2012 State of Indiana Division of Family and Children Housing and Community Services

Agenda: 

Agenda Introductions Energy use basics Other opportunities to save energy (and money!) in your home

Overall Home Energy Use: 

Overall Home Energy Use Refrigerator Dryer Stove Other Electric Space Heating Water Heating Lighting Air Conditioning

Space Heating: 

Space Heating Space Heating accounts for roughly half of the energy used in Hoosier households. Actual use depends on: Size of the home Temperature settings/preferences Condition of building “shell” Age, condition, and efficiency of furnace Use another thermometer to check the your thermostat Does the reading on your thermometer rd match the thermostat? Are different parts of your home different temperatures? Your furnace may need a tune-up or a filter replacement (as low as $1!) Make sure that your furniture is not blocking any ducts or registers Have your thermostat checked What temperature is your heat set at? You can save 3% for each degree you reduce your heat setting Remember to turn down your heater at night or when your home is unoccupied

Space Heating: 

Space Heating Other ways to save on your space heating costs: Check insulation levels in walls, ceiling, and floors Weatherization programs, roll-in insulation Creating a barrier Keep curtains closed Install window kits Stop leaks Replace broken windows/boards Caulking Weather stripping Door sweeps Outlet gaskets Check fireplace dampers Check periodically and close after usage

Water Heating: 

Water Heating Heating water is the second greatest use of energy in the typical home. Your costs depend on: Number and length of the showers Number of laundry loads you do at hot or warm settings Size, type (electric or gas), and efficiency of your hot water heater Use a thermometer to check your water heater setting The optimal temperature setting is 120° If your water heater temperature is set too high, you are spending money to heat water that is too hot to use Lowering your water heater by 10° will save $20 per year! In addition to saving money, lowering the setting will increase the life of your water heater and reduce the risk of scalding!

Water Heating: 

Installing an energy-efficient showerhead will reduce energy use and also save you on your water bill. The average family has the potential to save about $50 per year! Installation is easy – remove the old showerhead, clean the exposed threads, and screw on the new high-efficiency showerhead. Install a high efficiency aerator in your kitchen and/or bathroom! You can save about $20 per year in the kitchen and $10 in the bathroom! Again, installation is simple. Other money-saving tips: Take shorter showers Insulate your hot water tank and pipes Run dishwasher only when full Wash full loads of laundry and wash them in cold water Water Heating

Lighting: 

A typical home spends about $150 for lighting each year. The actual cost depends on: The number and wattage of the light bulbs you use AND… the length of time the lights are on Install a Compact Fluorescent Light Bulb (CFL) CFLs require less wattage to produce the same amount of light! CFLs can last 10,000 hours – approximately 10 times the typical life of an incandescent bulb. Put CFLs in lamps and fixtures you use most often Lighting

Lighting: 

Other ways to save on your lighting costs: Turn off lights in unoccupied rooms Sounds simple, but making turning off lights a habit can be a big saver Make turning off lights a family effort Put notes by the light switches as reminders Unscrew or unplug any excess lighting Look around your house . . . do you have more light than you need? How many lights are above the mirror in your bathroom? Unscrew one and see if enough light is produced. If so, unscrew another . . . Install motion sensors or timers Don’t pay to leave your lights on all night. A light coming on suddenly is more likely to deter a burglar then one left on all night Lighting

Appliances: 

Appliances Significant household electricity is used by: Refrigerator, dryer, stove/range, and televisions, computers, and toasters Use a thermometer to check the temperature of your refrigerator and freezer Over-cooling the refrigerator or freezer wastes not only electricity – but also your money! Use a thermometer to test the temperature of your fridge and freezer – leave in for 5-10 minutes with the door closed to get an accurate reading The refrigerator compartment should be kept between 36° and 38° The freezer should be within the 0° to 5° range Adjust your temperature to between these ranges and save!

Other Appliance Energy Tips: 

Other Appliance Energy Tips Save energy while cooking Use the microwave or toaster oven instead of regular oven Don’t preheat the oven Cook more than one dish in the oven at once Keep oven door closed when in use. Don’t use the oven for space heat. Evaluate refrigerator condition Check the seals and gaskets on your refrigerator/freezer. These often deteriorate with time and can greatly increase heat gain and decrease energy performance. Unplug infrequently used appliances and use sleep modes Look for E NERGY S TAR when you buy new appliances!

Family Development Program: 

Family Development Program Following approval for Energy Assistance, this program may assist you in many areas of need: Budgeting Locating services that you may need to reach “Self-Sufficiency” Developing a support system for the many challenges of life Food Clothing Shelter Safety Belonging Identifying support systems... This is only the beginning. AND most importantly … EMPOWERING you to take control of your future. Further details may be obtained by calling Area Five Agency or speaking to your EAP Intake Specialist.

BUDGETING BASICS: 

BUDGETING BASICS List all expenses with due dates and monthly payments Establish a list of all income, net pay… what you end up with to use. Identify process to pay bills … cash in envelope, check writing, cashiers check… something to separate and organize money… don’t forget one to start SAVING – Imagine being matched for your savings… Individual Development Account Program. Monthly: Review your spending habits and revise your budget to reflect the changes and adjustments needed to accommodate your debt. MOST IMPORTANT… SAVE, SAVE, SAVE… you and your families future depends on it.

AREA FIVE AGENCY ON AGING & COMMUNITY SERVICES: 

AREA FIVE AGENCY ON AGING & COMMUNITY SERVICES 1801 Smith St. Logansport, IN 46947 Toll Free: 1-800-654-9421 Local: (574) 722-4451 Fax: (574) 722-3447