Reducing energy use = reducing outage risks
Summer heat: Stay cool and get ready
We're prepared for high temperatures and high electric use. It's important for you to be ready, too.
Cooling shelter information: If extreme heat means you need a place to cool off, find information by county at 211info.org 
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Summer heat preparation
There are lots of ways to stay comfortable this summer without breaking the bank. Changing the way you cool your home is one of the most effective ways to lower your energy bill and you don’t have to suffer in the sweltering heat to do it! Plus, using less electricity to cool our homes reduces stress on the grid that potentially leads to power outages. Taking a few simple steps ahead of time can help you feel more prepared when temperatures rise or conditions change.
Top 3 tips to to stay cool using less energy
Use fans and window AC, and close curtains on sun-facing windows.
Have central air? Make it as efficient as possible.
Avoid high-energy, heat-emitting appliances during the day.
Using less electricity during peak times improves grid reliability and resilience. Last summer, we asked customers to reduce their energy consumption during peak time and they showed up and made a big difference — reducing power demand more than 100 megawatts!
Year-round comfort tips
Weatherize your home
Sealing and insulating your home helps keep warm air inside during winter and cool air inside during summer.
Seal ducts and use weather stripping or caulk around doors, windows and gaps.
Even small air leaks can make a home feel drafty and uncomfortable.
Community Energy Project may be able to help with weatherization support.
Check thermostat placement and settings
Keep heat-producing items like lamps and TVs away from thermostats.
Check that your thermostat reading matches the room temperature.
Programmable or smart thermostats can help manage comfort season after season.
Additional considerations
Set water heaters to 120 degrees.
Turn off zonal heat at the breaker when not in use.
Choose LED lighting, which uses less energy and stays cooler.
If you charge an electric vehicle at home, consider charging during off-peak hours.
Take the Home Energy Analysis quiz for personalized savings tips.
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