Ah, the New Year! A time for resolutions, fresh starts, and—for some of us—panicking over the holiday power bill. Don’t worry; we’re not here to judge (we also had a “festive” number of twinkling lights last month). Instead, we’re here to help you kick off the year with a laugh and some lower electricity usage.
Here are three ways to save electricity in the New Year that are so easy, you might not even notice you’re saving—until your bill arrives and you do a little happy dance.
- Become the Light Ninja
Ever walked into a room and felt the ghost of a thousand unused lightbulbs judging you? It’s time to fight back—ninja style. Commit to turning off lights when you leave the room, and you’ll feel like a stealthy hero every time you hit that switch. Bonus points if you add dramatic music to your exits.
Pro Tip: If you have kids (or roommates) who struggle with this concept, turn it into a game. Whoever forgets to turn off the lights has to do the dishes for a week. Suddenly, everyone’s a Light Ninja.
- Unplug the Vampires
Your TV, coffee maker, and gaming console are secretly plotting against you. Even when they’re off, they’re sucking energy like tiny electricity vampires. Creepy, right?
The solution? A simple wooden stake…err, we mean, a power strip. Plug your gadgets into one, and you can cut off their power supply with the flick of a switch. Take that, Dracula!
- Declare Thermostat Independence
If your thermostat could talk, it would probably say, “Why are you doing this to me?!” Set it to a reasonable temperature (68°F in the winter and 78°F in the summer is a good starting point) and let your cozy sweaters or trusty ceiling fans do the rest.
Feeling chilly? Instead of cranking up the heat, layer up like you’re auditioning for a winter fashion show. Too warm? Go old school with a fan or some strategic window opening. Your thermostat will thank you.
Pro Tip: If you have a programmable thermostat, use it! Set it to work smarter, not harder, and it’ll automatically adjust while you’re sleeping or away.
Saving electricity doesn’t have to be hard—or boring. With these tips, you’ll not only lighten your electricity bill but also brighten your mood. After all, every dollar saved on electricity is a dollar you can spend on things that really spark joy (like coffee, or street tacos).
Here’s to a brighter and more energy-efficient New Year!
Need more tips? Visit 4Change Energy’s saving tips at www.4ChangeEnergy.com/energy-saving-tips and follow us on social media for more energy-saving goodness.
Jackson Ralston
4Change Energy
Jackson is a digital film and video production/social media specialist that not only enjoys those roles as a job but as a hobby as well. In his free time Jackson creates videos for his YouTube channel about his passions in auto culture.