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Energy Saving Ideas

Saving energy can be easy. Every small energy-saving measure you take can add up to big savings.

No-cost energy saving ideas
  1. Set your water heater temperature no higher than 120 degrees.

  2. Limit your shower length to 5-7 minutes.

  3. Take the guard off your refrigerator base and clean the dust and debris.

  4. Set the refrigerator temperature to 34-37 degrees and freezer to 0-5.

  5. Unplug or recycle unused refrigerators and freezers.

  6. Use the air-dry cycle instead of heat-dry on your dishwasher.

  7. Use cold water when washing clothes.

  8. Make sure vents are not blocked by furniture or drapes.

  9. Only do full laundry and dishwasher loads.

  10. Consider using a clothes line.

  11. Make sure the outdoor dryer exhaust door closes when the dryer is off.

  12. Make sure the dryer vent hose is tightly connected to dryer and wall.

  13. Ensure your outdoor heat pump/air conditioner unit is kept clean.

  14. Turn computers, electronics and any other energy-using device off, or unplug them, when not in use.

  15. Set your thermostat to 78 degrees in the summer and 68 in the winter.

  16. Keep windows closed and locked when heating or cooling your home.

  17. Close fireplace dampers when not burning a fire. Remember to open them before starting a fire.

  18. Open your shades during winter days to catch solar heat and close them on winter nights to keep heat in.

  19. Keep your garage door down. A garage that is warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer will save energy.

Low-cost energy saving ideas
  1. Caulk around windows, doors and baseboards.

  2. Replace your furnace filter as recommended by the manufacturer.

  3. Replace incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent bulbs.

  4. Install motion sensors on your lights.

  5. Have your air-conditioner tuned-up by a professional contractor.

  6. Replace your shower head with a low-flow shower head.

  7. Install switch and outlet gaskets/foam inserts on outer walls.

  8. Add a water heater blanket if your water heater is not well insulated.

  9. Use a smart power strip for electronics.

  10. Install foam pipe wrap around hot water pipes.

  11. Caulk around plumbing penetrations that come through walls beneath bathroom and kitchen sinks.

  12. Caulk electrical wire penetrations at the top of interior walls.

  13. Ensure windows and doors are properly weather-stripped.

Long-term energy saving ideas
  1. Get an energy audit and implement the recommended measures.

  2. Replace your inefficient heating/cooling equipment with a high efficiency model, such as an air-source or ground-source heat pump.

  3. Add insulation in your attic.

  4. Replace old appliances with Energy Star® appliances.

  5. Repair and insulate duct work.

  6. Replace an older water heater with an energy-efficient model.

  7. Install more cold air returns if your house needs increased air circulation to increase furnace efficiency.

  8. Install Energy Star® windows and doors.

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CENTRAL MISSOURI ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE

Mailing Address:
PO Box 939
Sedalia, MO 65302

Office Location:
22702 N Highway 65
Sedalia, MO 65301

 

Office Hours: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.
      Monday through Friday

Phone: 660.826.2900
      Outage calls answered 24 hours.

SecurePay Payment Line: 855.875.7165
      Toll free. Available 24 hours.

Email: msr@cmecinc.com

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  • My Account
    • Access My Account
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    • Payment Information & Billing Options
    • Rates
    • Service Requests
    • Average Usage Request
  • About Us
    • Vision, Mission & Values
    • Board of Directors
    • Manager's Monthly Messages
    • Service Area
    • CMEC History
    • About Cooperatives
      • The Cooperative Story
      • Seven Cooperative Principles
      • Three-Tiered System
      • Missouri Electric Cooperatives
    • Bylaws
    • Touchstone Energy Cooperatives
  • Member Benefits
    • Member
      • Annual Meeting
      • Capital Credits
      • Rebates
      • Rural Missouri Magazine
    • Youth
      • A-Team
      • Cycle
      • Scholarships
      • Youth Tour
  • Member Resources
    • Energy Efficiency
      • Energy Star
      • Energy Saving Tips
      • Take Control & Save
    • Choose EV
    • Solar
    • Safety & Preparation
      • Be Storm Smart
      • Downed Power Lines
      • Call Before You Dig
    • Stray Voltage
    • Copper Theft
    • FAQ
    • Right of Way
  • Community
    • CMEC in the Community
    • School Resources
    • Energy in Today’s Classroom
    • Green Tree Partnership
    • Linemen at work
  • Careers