ENERGY Tools Provides Energy Smart Home Improvement Ideas Online

Idaho Power’s ENERGY Tools provides you information and ideas to identify improvements that can save energy and money. Online ENERGY Tools enable you to learn where and when you are using the most energy in your home. You’ll also get personalized recommendations to reduce your energy costs.

To access ENERGY Tools, go to www.idahopower.com/energyefficiency and click on the “tools” tab, then “ENERGY Tools.” Once there, you will need the latest copy of your Idaho Power bill to Register to be an Account Manager, if you’re not already.

For detailed information on energy use in your home, complete the “Home Profile.” You will be prompted to answer a few questions about your home. In the “Savings Center” you can access common ways to save energy and specific tips based on the information you provide in your profile. You will also be able to see your historic electric usage information and how energy use in your home compares to similar homes and businesses. You can also learn about energy in the Energy Smart Library, an online source for information about energy topics and technologies

A personalized ENERGY Tools graph displays a breakdown of your energy costs for major appliances. Click on “Detailed Analysis” to access in-depth profiles of various aspects of your home, such as weatherization, heating, cooling, hot water, kitchen and lighting. In each of these areas, specific suggestions for energy efficiency improvements are provided. Many require little or no investment.

The “Energy Calculators” area provides additional information on costs to run equipment, such as small and large appliances, and identifies and gives you tips for making changes that save energy. Business customers also may use ENERGY Tools to understand how business equipment uses energy and affects electricity costs.

Visit Energy Tools… Learn, Reduce, SAVE!



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