By Chuck Myers, McClatchy-Tribune News Service –
The heat is on again. And with it, the battle to keep a home cooling costs in line.
The summer months can exact a high toll on a homeowner’s utility budget. A variety of energy-saving measures, however, can help you keep a lid on cooling cost.
Several websites serve up a variety of cost-saving energy tips for the summer season. Here are a few:
—American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy: Page dedicated to cooling equipment and energy saving suggestions. http:///www.aceee.org/consumerguide/cooling.htm
—Energy Detectives: Spotlights six tips to lower the cost of summer utilities bill. http://www.energydetectivetn.com/saving-energy-tips-to-lower-your-monthly-costs-in-summer-months/510/
—Flex Your Power: Spotlights handy ways to reduce the home utility bill during the summer. http:///www.fypower.org/res/summersavings/
—U.S. Department of Energy: Suggests energy-saving measures for the home during the summer. http:///www.energysavers.gov/seasonal/tips(UNDERSCORE)summer.html
—California Energy Commission: Features a variety of energy-saving information under a summer seasonal list. http:///www.consumerenergycenter.org/tips/summer.html
