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The SunShares program deadline is quickly approaching. The last day to sign up is Monday, November 30, 2020. Don't miss out on this opportunity for solar and battery storage discounts from three-vetted solar providers. Be sure to sign up on Bay Area SunShares.
 All Palo Alto residents purchasing electric vehicles are now eligible for a California Clean Fuel Rewards (CFR) Program point-of-sale $1,500 rebate. The City of Palo Alto Utilities is contributing Low Carbon Fuel Standard funds towards this new statewide initiative program. The Clean Fuel Reward is only available at participating auto dealerships.
Drive Clean Bay Area is here to help you Electrify Your Ride. This EV Preferred Pricing Campaign is a limited time offer and discounts are only available until December 5, 2020. Better yet, these discounts are stackable with the Clean Fuel Reward so act now.
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- Adjust the settings on your thermostat so it is in sync with the schedule that you and your family lead. During winter months, program the temperature to 68°F for the hours that you are home and awake. Lower the temperature at least 10 degrees for the hours you are sleeping or out of the house.
- Check your irrigation system and turn system off or reduce watering schedule.
- Weatherstrip and caulk the seals around your doors and windows.
- Open curtains during the day to let the sunshine in.
- Close curtains at night to keep the cold out and consider thermal curtains or blinds.
- Upgrade your attic insulation.
- Replace your furnace filter.
- Have your heating system professionally serviced every few years.
- Check the condition and age of your water heater.
- Test your carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, and replace batteries if needed.
- Upgrade all your lighting to LEDs, including holiday lights.
- Unless you are having a fire in your fireplace, keep the damper closed. Consider a chimney pillow/balloon if you never use your fireplace.
- Use smart power strips for home entertainment and home office equipment.
- Contact the Home Efficiency Genie for free over the phone efficiency advice for saving energy, water and keeping your home comfortable all year around.
Check out more tips on our Efficiency Tips page.
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