Cheers to opening your email on a Saturday!!!
While the view from your computer (or phone screen) may not be as enticing as this image - we hope that you spend today, National Rosé Day, doing the things you love. They say the "dog days" of summer don't officially start for a few weeks but you could have fooled us because the temperatures this week were no joke!
You may have already turned your air conditioning on and that's okay but please read through this email to find other ways to help you lower your energy costs this summer.
We may sound like a broken record but the first recommendation (as always) is to schedule your Quick Home Energy Checkup
A Quick Home Energy Check-up teaches you where you’re losing energy and how to start saving with smart energy management. In about an hour, a certified Energy Analyst will conduct a walk-through of your home to identify where you may be using excess energy, and may even install energy-saving products at no additional cost to you. Even if you have had one in the past, customers are eligible for a Quick Home Energy Check-up at the same address once every five (5) years. And not only that but you may be eligible for a Smart Thermostat - what are you waiting for? Before you do anything else, click on one of these links below and schedule your check-up today!
And don't forget that if you own your home and want a more comprehensive audit, schedule the Home Perfomanec with ENERGY STAR audit for $100 and it can unlock up to $7500 in rebates for energy saving measures in your home.
Speaking of check-ups, have you ever been waiting in a doctor's office with nothing to do? Make sure you bookmark these tips to keep your home cool this summer!
💨 Set your ceiling fans to rotate counterclockwise: In the summer, the fan blades should rotate counterclockwise (as you look up at it) to push the air straight down. Increase the fan speed on the hottest days.
🍳 Cook and clean at night: Large appliances give off significant amounts of heat. Wait to turn on your oven, range, dishwasher, and clothes washer until evening hours when temperatures are cooler. Also, remember that Maryland is a right to dry state so consider hanging laundry outside to dry. You’ll save the cost of running the clothes dryer while reducing heat and moisture in the house.
🕶 Close your shades: The summer sun delivers heat right through your windows. But you can block the heat with shades or blinds during the sunniest hours to keep your home cool. This is one of the cheapest and easiest ways to keep your home cool in summer.
💻 Check out Montgomery Energy Connection: There are suggestions for renters and homeowners.
Let the sun shine over your face and then join Switch Together so that you can have the sun power your home as well
 If you are looking to put solar panels on your roof, Montgomery County promotes the Switch Together program to residents.
Switch Together offers residents a hassle-free way to install reliable rooftop solar, with optional add-ons including EV chargers and battery storage, for a competitive price. Switch Together through Solar United Neighbors, provides free educational webinars and in-person events to guide you through the process of going solar.
Switch Together conducts rigorous reviews of installer qualifications, ensuring participants receive a high-quality installation from a trusted installer.
Take advantage of this opportunity by registering at SwitchTogether.com/Solar/CapitalArea by July 15, 2026. You will not receive any sales calls, and your information will not be shared with third parties.
Grab your rosé (or drink of choice), kick up your feet, make your home more comfortable by taking advantage of Electrify MC and Civic Works Energy Programs
 Electrify MC simplifies the switch to electric energy for home heating, cooling and other systems. Elysian Energy, a trusted local expert, manages the program and offers guidance throughout the process.
Start your electrification journey today!
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Sign up. Sign up today and you will receive a phone call and email from the Electrify MC team to talk you through the process.
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Have questions about what to do to electrify your home? Contact Electrify MC by phone at 301-830-5767 or email them at electrifymc@elysianenergy.com.
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Already have electric appliances but want to upgrade? Contact Electrify MC to ask them which items may work for you and where you can get those appliances!
Civic Works Energy Programs is pleased to offer Maryland Energy Administration grant-funded home energy audits and weatherization improvements to Maryland households. Low- and middle-income households can receive an in-depth home energy audit inspecting insulation, air sealing, ventilation and major appliances, and necessary improvements to these systems, at no cost! Households over the income limit can also receive energy audits at a reduced flat rate.
Weatherization improvements can significantly improve the energy-use profile of your home, reducing energy bills and making your home more comfortable. Interested households can learn more at this link or contact 410-929-6139.
Toast yourself by applying for an amazing fellowship, or share the link with a friend
The City of Takoma Park is seeking a Climate Fellow to support implementation of the City's climate action plan, sustainability, and clean energy intiatives. This is a full-time, one-year professional fellowship designed for individuals with demonstrated experience or academic training in sustainability, climate policy, environmental planning, energy programs, or related fields. The anticipated compensation range for this position is $25.65 to $29.65, depending on qualifications and experience.
A first review of applications is expected to begin on June 15, 2026. Applicants are encouraged to apply early, as the position may be filled once a sufficient pool of qualified candidates has been identified. The position will clost on June 26, 2026. To apply, visit the City of Takoma Park website.
If this job isn't a good fit for you, check out the Green Jobs board on My Green Montgomery.
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You made it to the end! Have a great weekend and please check out our Instagram page @MCEnergyConnection for daily tips and updates!
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This newsletter is written by a real, person – no A.I. generated content here so we may make mistakes. If you find one (or two) of these mistakes, let us know and we will send you an amazing energy kit in the mail! Our email address is energy@montgomerycountymd.gov
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