April 04 2021
Energy Trust of Oregon shares tips to keep the 'green' in your home during Gresham Green Business meeting
Reduce energy usage, save on bills
With so many people spending more time at home than ever before, energy bills are jumping through the roof.
Luckily the experts with the Energy Trust of Oregon, a nonprofit organization dedicated to saving money and reducing environmental footprints, visited Gresham virtually for coffee and "green" energy saving tips. The meeting was part of the monthly Gresham Green Business Coffee Hour.
The biggest energy drain in residential homes is heating and cooling, which accounts for 41% of bills. Homeowners can maintain and clean filters regularly to help furnaces, heat pumps and air conditioners work at peak efficiency. Ceiling fans can help push hot air down in the winter and keep things circulating and cooler in the summer.