SAN DIEGO, Sept. 3, 2024 — As the region prepares for hot weather, San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) today announced a series of practical tips and resources to help customers stay cool and manage their energy costs during the hot summer months.
Tips to stay cool and save on energy bills:
Use fans wisely: Ceiling and portable fans can help circulate air and reduce the need for air conditioning. Remember to turn them off when leaving room.
Set thermostats efficiently: Set the thermostat to 78°F when home and higher when away, if possible. Consider using a programmable thermostat to automate temperature adjustments.
Close blinds and curtains: Keep blinds and curtains closed during the hottest parts of the day to block out direct sunlight and reduce indoor temperatures.
Limit appliance use: Use a slow cooker, microwave or grill instead of ovens to help save energy and keep the home cooler. Also, use dishwashers and laundry machines outside of the on-peak hours of 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Set Up Personalized Alerts: Stay informed by adjusting energy or spending alerts to avoid surprises on your next bill.
Use the Vampire Calculator: Find out what devices in your home that may be draining energy.
For more information on how to stay cool and conserve energy, click here.
SDG&E encourages customers that may be struggling to pay their bill to call 1 (800) 411-7343 and speak with an Energy Service Specialist to learn more about the company’s payment assistance programs. More information is available at sdge.com/assistance.
About SDG&E
SDG&E is an innovative energy delivery company that provides clean, safe and reliable energy to better the lives of the people it serves in San Diego and southern Orange counties. The company is committed to creating a sustainable future by increasing energy delivered from low or zero-carbon sources; accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles; and investing in innovative technologies to ensure the reliable operation of the region's infrastructure for generations to come. SDG&E is a recognized leader in its industry and community, as demonstrated by being named Corporate Partner of the Year at the San Diego Business Journal’s Nonprofit & Corporate Citizenship Awards and receiving PA Consulting's ReliabilityOne® Award for Outstanding Reliability Performance for 18 consecutive years. SDG&E is a subsidiary of Sempra (NYSE: SRE), a leading North American energy infrastructure company. For more information, visit SDGEnews.com or connect with SDG&E on social media @SDGE.
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