Barred Owl by Jennifer Dobey

Conservation begins at home; each of us can help restore our unique ecosystem.

Monitor March

Automatic adjustments made by programmable or smart thermostats can really add up! OPPD offers a Smart Thermometer Program that can lower your energy usage by up to 25%. Keeping an eye on home electricity use both conserves energy and reduces bills.

Appetizing April

Trap heat while cooking and use it to your advantage. By putting a lid or cover on pots and pans, energy is saved by decreasing the amount of time spent cooking. The same goes for the microwave, but you should already have been doing that to prevent splatters!