It’s hard to beat summertime in the Granite State. June’s arrival gifts us longer days, unforgettable sunsets and warm weather. When your home is equipped to handle the heat efficiently, you can benefit from lower energy use. The NHSaves utility partners are here to help you stay cool, save energy, and enjoy your summer. Here are three ways to increase your summer energy savings and boost at-home comfort while reducing energy use this season:
1. Upgrade to a Heat Pump for Efficient Cooling
Heat pumps aren’t just for the winter. These energy-efficient systems provide both heating and cooling, making them a year-round solution for at-home comfort. In the summer, heat pumps cool your home, drawing warm air out and creating a cooler environment. They boost at-home comfort even further by efficiently dehumidifying, keeping your home’s interior at a consistent and optimal humidity level. If you’re looking to replace an inefficient air conditioning system or window units, now is the perfect time. Rebates from the utility partners are available to help lower the upfront cost of installation, and you’ll enjoy energy-efficient at-home comfort for many seasons to come.
2. Get a Rebate When You Replace Your Pool Pump
If you have a pool, upgrading to an ENERGY STAR® certified variable-speed pool pump can lead to energy savings. These pumps use up to 18% less energy than standard models, and they’re quieter, too. Through your utility partner, you can receive a rebate when you make the switch, helping you enjoy your pool with less impact on your energy usage.
3. Clear Out Inefficient Appliances at an Upcoming Turn-In Event
Each year, the NHSaves utility partners host A/C and dehumidifier turn-in events throughout New Hampshire, where you can responsibly recycle your inefficient, working A/C units or dehumidifiers and receive a $30 incentive for each. It’s an easy way to reduce your energy use and help the environment.
With our summer energy savings tips, you can stay cool, save energy, and make this your most comfortable summer yet, with help from the NHSaves utility partners.