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Summer Heat Can Be Exhausting!

You can avoid wearing out your wallet by using energy more efficiently

July 2023

By Elizabeth Crumbly, Contributing Columnist

When it’s hot, and your family is hanging out more at home, energy costs may spike if you’re not careful. Make it a family affair by getting the kids involved to help conserve energy.

Start by discussing all the energy savers and wasters. Then, for more energy-saving tips and activities for kids, visit the Energy Star Kids Page online: energystar.gov/about/kids.

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