Heating & Cooling

Whether you own your home or not, there’s a lot you can do to mitigate climate pollution with just your thermostat.

Lower your heat 8 degrees for 8 hours (i.e., while you’re sleeping) Save 154 lbs CO2 per month
Lower the heat 1 degree for 1 day Save 56 lbs CO2 per month
Use fans instead of central air conditioning Save 44 lbs CO2 per month
Set the A/C 2 degrees higher Save 41 lbs CO2 per month
Close your windows when the A/C is on Save 22 lbs CO2 per month

If you do own your home, these actions can save even more money and climate pollution:

Improve your attic insulation Save 84 lbs CO2 per month
Seal air leaks Save 75 lbs CO2 per month
Seal attic bypasses Save 45 lbs CO2 per month

Already do these things? Tell us about it! Want to learn what else you can do? Visit http://a2energy.org