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Action Guide
Just a few of the fun and easy things you can do to save energy, money, and the environment. See All Actions
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What more can you do to save energy, money and the environment? Browse the Action Guide and learn about new ways to save.
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Take a Load Off
Sign up for your utility’s air conditioning load control program and stop worrying about A/C costs.
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Seal Attic Bypasses
Seal attic air leaks allowing heated air to escape from your house into the attic and wreak havoc.

Ditch the Car
Combine trips, walk or bike for some extra exercise and energy savings.
Teams
Start or join a team with friends, family and neighbors to maximize your impact. See All teams
1
29 Members /
$27,855
/ 305,451 lbs CO2
2
12 Members /
$6,329
/ 75,994 lbs CO2
3
10 Members /
$1,979
/ 25,568 lbs CO2
4
8 Members /
$5,818
/ 60,771 lbs CO2
5
4 Members /
$2,850
/ 32,860 lbs CO2
1
708 Members /
$92,424
/ 2,136,820 lbs CO2
2
76 Members /
$10,754
/ 186,180 lbs CO2
3
73 Members /
$28,750
/ 582,075 lbs CO2
4
71 Members /
$14,705
/ 273,464 lbs CO2
5
62 Members /
$38,828
/ 459,522 lbs CO2
1
230 Members /
$43,790
/ 1,518,976 lbs CO2
2
65 Members /
$15,469
/ 386,725 lbs CO2
3
62 Members /
$14,230
/ 427,371 lbs CO2
4
14 Members /
$14,696
/ 175,188 lbs CO2
5
12 Members /
$13,117
/ 156,787 lbs CO2