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Energy Use Guide

Home Energy Use Guide

Understanding how your energy dollars are spent can help you make wise decisions about your energy use. Download our guide to see how much energy your appliances use.

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FAQs

Is it really beneficial for me to switch to LED or CFL light bulbs?
Is it really beneficial for me to switch to LED or CFL light bulbs?
Switching to light-emitting diodes (LEDs) or compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) is an easy way to use energy safely and wisely. It’s a change that will go a long way in helping you to reduce energy waste, greenhouse gas emissions, and the amount you spend on energy costs.
How can I save more on my air conditioning costs?
How can I save more on my air conditioning costs?
Demand Response

Our Smart Savings Rewards programs offer incentives to residential and small business customers when they reduce electricity use during times of peak summer electricity demand. We have programs that will benefit your home or business and help alleviate the strain on New York State’s power supply.
How can I save on energy around my home?
How can I save on energy around my home?
Energy-Wise Checklist

By using energy wisely, you can increase the comfort of your home, help protect the environment and better manage your energy costs. We have 76 low-cost, no-cost energy saving tips for your heating and cooling, kitchen, bath, laundry, attic, basement, water heater, living areas and the exterior of your home.
Can I sign up for Wind Energy?
Can I sign up for Wind Energy?
NYSEG offers Wind Energy to customers who want to help our environment. When you purchase Wind Energy credits, wind-generated electricity is delivered to the New York power grid on your behalf, reducing the need for energy produced from other resources. Your purchase helps the environment and makes our communities even better places to live and work.
Does NYSEG offer energy efficiency programs?
Does NYSEG offer energy efficiency programs?
Yes, NYSEG encourages customers to improve their home’s energy efficiency, and we offer rebates for high-efficiency home heating and water heating upgrades, as well as lighting upgrades for multi-family apartment and condominium owners. We also have an online Your Energy Savings Store that offers rebates and deals on energy-efficient equipment. NYSERDA Residents & Homeowners