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Save energy and money with these winter efficiency tips

January 1, 2025 Sophia Cable/Telecom, energy efficiency

Energy efficiency tips for getting through Illinois’ rough winters: Get rid of the clutter. Make sure heating vents are open and not blocked by furniture or carpet. Clean dust from vents or along baseboard heaters. Weatherstrip. Weatherstripping can be used to seal air leaks around doors and windows. By keeping…...

So what are my choices in the electric market?

July 9, 2021 Jim Chilsen Choices in the energy market, Updates

At CUB, we think it’s good to have choices in the electricity market, but it has to be informed choice. Educate yourself to navigate your choices in Illinois’ power market, and cut your electric bill. What are my options? If you are a ComEd or Ameren Illinois customer, here are…...

Do-It-Yourself Home Energy Audit

April 17, 2020 Hannah CUB Tips, Updates

Have some spare time at home and wondering how to bring down your utility bills? Conduct your own home energy audit, and use this guide as a handy checklist. Switch to LEDs If you haven’t heard this before from CUB, we’ll say it again: Ditch your incandescents! Incandescent light bulbs…...

5 things to turn off before you leave the room

July 31, 2014 Jim Chilsen Electric bills, Saving Money, Uncategorized

by Esther Leonard Most people know to turn off their electronics or the AC before leaving the house. However, few people realize that they can save money while in the house by simply turning off electronics in unoccupied rooms. Before you leave the room, consider turning off these five energy…...

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Save energy and money with these winter efficiency tips

So what are my choices in the electric market?

Do-It-Yourself Home Energy Audit

5 things to turn off before you leave the room

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5 things to turn off before you leave the room