Three Simple Ways to Reduce Energy Use at Home as Kids Head Back to School

OAKLAND, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Summer may be over for students heading back to class, but the hot weather will be sticking around for several more weeks. With the house or apartment a little emptier, now may be a great time to cut back on energy use. Ways to Save at Home as Students Head Back to the Classroom Adjust Thermostat Ensure the thermostat is set at 78 degrees or higher. Customers can save 4-8% on cooling costs for each degree the thermostat is raised. Use the Refrigerator Wisely Wi