Resolve to Get the Most for Your Money

It’s a new year and you’ve probably plugged in those new electronic holiday gifts by now. These devices can be fun or make your life easier – or both! Because they can add to your electricity bill, you’ll want to run your electronics efficiently with the wattsmart tips below.

Each device uses approximately the same amount of electricity every month as the number of compact fluorescent light bulbs shown.

Plasma television

New televisions are set to look best in the showroom. Save by dimming the display to reduce brightness and contrast. Settings like "vivid" or "dynamic" typically use more energy.

 

Single cup coffee maker

Unplug your coffee maker when you are not using it so it doesn’t draw unneeded electricity.

 

Game console

Enable energy-saving features or unplug your game console when you are not using it. You can also plug it into a power strip to make it easier to turn the system completely off.

Tablet

Electricity consumption varies by appliance and model use.

Adjust brightness settings to extend battery life, and be sure to unplug the tablet when it is fully charged.

 

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To keep costs down, we’re constantly working to improve our power plants and operations. These efforts have helped to keep our average residential rates among the nation's lowest. For about the cost of a cup of coffee, we deliver the energy you need to power your day.

Price is important – and so is electricity you can count on. Whether installing poles, upgrading power lines or pruning trees, we’re doing what it takes to deliver the safe, reliable service you expect.

You can save on your bills throughout the year with wattsmart advice and cash incentives on energy-efficient home improvements. Get program details and tips to save »