ATLANTA, June 9, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- As the
summer heat descends with temperatures forecasted into the 90s,
Georgia Power reminds customers that focusing on energy efficiency
can help them stay cool, and save money, throughout the hottest
months of the year.
Simple tips from Georgia Power include:
- Use Your Fans: Fans create a cooling effect (or "wind
chill") and can make a room feel four degrees cooler. Turn ceiling
fans off when not in the room to conserve energy.
- Adjust the Drapes: Make sure drapes, curtains and
furniture don't block air vents but do block sunlight, which can
heat up a room drastically.
- Check your A/C: Have your A/C serviced annually to
ensure its running efficiently. When doing yardwork, be sure to
trim nearby plants and cut grass away from around the A/C units so
it can receive proper air flow.
- Pool Planning: Consider slowly reducing pool filtration
time by 30 minute increments daily or install a timer to control
the length of time that the pool pump cycles on.
- Secondary Refrigerators and Freezers: Secondary
refrigerators and freezers (especially if located in unconditioned
garages or sheds) can use tremendous amounts of energy. Consider
recycling your refrigerator this summer or recycle your secondary
refrigerator or freezer and be eligible for a $50 rebate from Georgia Power.
For more money and energy-saving tips, as well as rebates and
incentives, visit www.GeorgiaPower.com/Save. At home or on the go,
follow @GeorgiaPower on Twitter #SaveEnergy for additional tips, as
well as updates on severe weather and power outages throughout the
summer.
About Georgia Power
Georgia Power is the largest
subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), one of the nation's
largest generators of electricity. Value, Reliability, Customer
Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the company's
promise to 2.5 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to
delivering clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy at rates
below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse,
innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, 21st century coal
and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric
and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service
to its customers every day and the company is consistently
recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in
customer satisfaction. For more information, visit
www.GeorgiaPower.com and connect with the company on Facebook
(Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower) and Twitter
(Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower).
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