Lower Water Heater
Save 550 lbs of carbon
Overview: Hot water heaters work 24/7 to maintain large tanks of water at 130-140°. Lowering the heat will directly lower your energy bill.
Instructions: Turn down your hot water heater to 120° or to "low" setting. It will still be plenty hot.
Tip: If your tank is warm to the touch, wrap it in an insulating jacket for a 1,000 lb savings.
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