Energy $aving Tips and
Programs available to you
A few Energy Saving tips
Ovens/Stoves
 Use pots that properly match the size of stovetop elements.
 Preheat for a minimum amount of time. Preheating is necessary only for baking.
 Use the self-cleaning feature on an oven immediately after cooking so it will use less
electricity.
 Use the oven window to check food as it cooks. Opening the door releases heat.
 Instead of using your oven to reheat food, use a toaster oven or microwave to save
energy.
Refrigerators and Freezers
 Ensure condenser coils are kept clean by vacuuming from time to time
 Maintain a space of 5 cm around your fridge and freezer so heat will be able to
circulate away from the compressor and condensing coil.
 Keep your freezer at -18°C. Setting your freezer colder than that will use more
electricity.
 Ensure the door seal is tight and secure.
Dishwashers
 Use your dishwasher early in the morning, in the evening or on weekends when
electricity rates are lower. Run the dishwasher only when full.
 Air dry your dishes.
 Use cold water if running rinse cycle.
A few Energy Saving tips..
Microwave / Toaster Oven
 Microwaves use up to 50% less electricity than electric stoves.
 Use a microwave instead of an oven to warm leftovers, especially during summer.
Electric Kettles
 The most energy-efficient way to boil water is with an electric kettle that has autoshutoff.
 Keep your kettle free of mineral deposits by cleaning regularly.
 Keep other small kitchen appliances unplugged when not in use to reduce
electricity referred to as “phantom power” or “standby power”.
Washers
 Cold water wash and rinse cycles save a tremendous amount of electricity – 85 to
90% of energy used is to heat water. Cold water laundry detergent is now
formulated especially for this purpose.
 Use your washing machine early in the morning, in the evening or on weekends
when electricity rates are the lowest.
 Do laundry only when you have a full load.
Dryers
 Use indoor drying racks.
 Use your washing machine early in the morning, in the evening or on weekends
when electricity rates are the lowest.
 Use an outdoor clothesline during summer to save electricity.
 Be sure to keep the lint filter clean to improve the dryer’s efficiency and for safety
reasons.
 Vacuum the dryer exhaust hose once a year.
A few Energy Saving tips…that
you have
control over
Our energy use & climbing the
home efficiency pyramid
One of easiest ways to
reduce energy use - Lighting
This Halloween beware of the
energy sucking vampire
Phantom or vampire power can account for up to 10% of your
homes energy consumption.
Solution:
Unplug your devices or appliances
Or maybe more practically purchase a power bar that has a timer
built in or a smart strip that turns off the device when it notices
it has gone into standby mode.
Programmable Thermostats
save money
Using programmable thermostats allows you to automatically adjust
your homes temperature when you leave and/or go to sleep. Doing so
can cut your heating costs by up to 10%.
Programmable thermostats
Use dimmer switches, motion
sensors & timers
 Benefits of dimmer switches
 Turning down the light level can save electricity and extend the
life of light bulbs.
 Allow users to control the intensity and amount of light needed.
 Benefits of motion sensors
 Ideal for those rooms where you may forget to turn lights off.
 Many are programmable.
 Provide security by lighting automatically
 Benefits of indoor timers
 Choose the amount of time to leave lights or fans on.
 Some timers can be programmed to turn on and off
intermittently; important when arriving home after dark or when
away for a period of time.
 Set appliances or lights to turn-on or shutoff at designated times
when required.
Insulate your water heater and
hot water pipes
Since up to 20% of our electricity use can go to water heating, make sure
to wrap your hot water pipes and your water heater. It’s relatively
inexpensive but can end up saving you a pile of money. Electric water
heater blankets can reduce energy loss by up to 40% and pipe wrap helps
to reduce heat loss and brings hot water to the faucet and shower faster.
*Never insulate plastic pipes*
Weather-stripping your home
 Benefits
 Weather-stripping improves comfort in the home by
ensuring consistent temperatures by doors and windows.
 Weather-stripping helps to reduce drafts in the home.
Insulating your home
Replacing Appliances
Look for these labels when purchasing new appliances.
Learn to read these labels when purchasing new appliances.
Assistance Programs available
to you
1.
Home assistance program
Free home energy audits
Free home upgrades
Free installation
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2.
Ontario Electricity Support Program
Monthly credit on your power bill
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3.
Higher credits for those using electric heat
Higher credits for those using certain medical
devices
Higher credits for First Nation or Métis customers
Must reapply every two years or five if over 65
and/or if receiving a disability benefit under CPP
Low-Income Energy Assistance Program
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Receive up to a $500 grant ($600 if home is
heated electrically) to help pay your utility bill if
you fall behind due to emergencies that may have
arisen.
If your home is electrically heated, or you rely on medical devices requiring a lot of power,
OESP offers a higher level of assistance. First Nations and Métis will also qualify for a higher
level of assistance.
*Accepting applications late October 2015*
Contact: Rainy River District Social Services Administration Board @ 807-274-5349
Visit them at: 450 Scott Street, Fort Frances, ON P9A 1H2
Or visit the following website:
http://www.ontarioenergyboard.ca/OEB/Consumers/Consumer+ProtectionHelp+for+LowIncome+Energy+Consumers/LowIncome+Energy+Assistance+Program+(LEAP)
Other programs that may be
of interest to you
1.
Heating and Cooling Incentive
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2.
Buying a New Home
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Eligible for rebates
Receive a free in home Energy display
Coupons
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Save on items from LED lights to Programmable
thermostats
Heating and Cooling Incentive
Coupons
 Local Participating Ontario retailers:
 Canadian Tire
 Home Hardware
 Wal-Mart
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