It's easy to lower your utility bill Bluegrass Pride has provided some tips to lower your energy usage:

-Track your energy, water and gas usage with GreenQuest software for FREE at www.lexingtonky.mygreenquest.com
-Change light bulbs to ENERGY STAR rated Compact Fluorescent bulbs (CFL) and be sure to recycle them properly(www.bgPRIDE.org/CFLRecycling.htm)
-Borrow one of Bluegrass PRIDE's home energy audit kits or contact PRIDE to schedule an audit
-Unplug any battery chargers and power adapters when not in use (like your cell phone charger!)
-Connect electronic equipment to power strips and turn off when not in use
-Enable power management features on your home computer and monitor
-Use a thermometer to adjust your refrigerator's temperature to stay at 37°
-Use window treatments to block out the sun in the summer and let it in during the winter
-Only use ceiling fans when you're in the room
-If possible, turn the dryer option off on your dishwasher. If not possible, catch the dishwasher before it begins drying,
prop open the door and let dishes air dry.
-Don't over dry your clothes and clean the lint trap before every load
-Keep air registers, returns and doors open and clear

For more information, log on to www.lexingtonky.gov/energy or
www.bgPRIDE.org/energyefficiency.htm