The ENERGY STAR website (energystar.gov) provides information about available rebates for purchasing energy-efficient appliances, tax credits for residential energy efficiency, and home improvement projects that help save energy and money.
Energy Upgrade California® (energyupgradeca.org) is a statewide initiative committed to helping Californians become more energy efficient, utilize more sustainable natural resources, reduce demand on the energy grid, and make informed choices about their energy use at home and at work—all of which goes a long way for California.
Here are 10 ways to start conserving energy in your household:
- Adjust your day-to-day behaviors
- Replace your light bulbs
- Use smart power strips
- Install a programmable thermostat
- Use energy-efficient appliances
- Reduce water heating expenses
- Install energy-efficient windows
- Upgrade your HVAC system
- Weatherize your home
- Insulate your home
Need Financing? Butte County has Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) programs that provide low-interest loans for home energy efficiency improvements. These programs provide access to PACE financing for Butte County residents and may include providers such as Home Energy Renovation Opportunity (HERO), Ygrene, Alliance NRG, CaliforniaFIRST, and Figtree, depending on availability.