Expect to see higher energy bills this summer, as air conditioners struggle to cool homes during extreme temperatures.
, all from air conditioner companies throughout the U.S., that explain basically the same thing: No, your air conditioner is not broken because it isn’t cooling like it usually does. It simply isn’t designed for such extreme temperatures.— of extreme heat, now is a good time to review conservation measures that can reduce your bill:
Set your thermostat to between 78 and 80 degrees. Raise it 2 to 3 degrees when you leave the house. “Bumping up the thermostat truly makes a difference,” Patmon said. Use fans to feel cooler. Make sure they’re spinning in the correct direction: In the summer, fans should spin counterclockwise, so air blows down.Close your curtains and blinds in the morning and leave them closed through the hottest part of the day.My Energy Portal
, which shows a customer’s energy use in near real time, and includes a full library of conservation tips. While these tips will help moderate the effects of extreme temperatures on energy bills, CPS Energy also routinely asks customers to conserve energy to help stabilize the state’s electrical grid.Credit:
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