Conserve Energy In Gwinnett County

Conserve Energy Gwinnett

Every year we in Gwinnett County (and elsewhere) waste hundreds of dollars of energy in each of our homes and workplaces. Conserving energy not only saves money but also reduces the amounts of pollutants released into the atmosphere, which contribute to global warming and the degradation of our air and water quality. Take the responsible approach in Gwinnett.

Unfortunately, we don’t even benefit from a lot of the energy we consume. Energy dollars pour out of Gwinnett homes through drafty doors and windows and uninsulated attics, walls, floors, and basements. Even some idle (turned off) appliances use energy 24 hours a day which is also known as “vampire energy”.

How can you help conserve energy in Gwinnett County?

• Buy Energy Star appliances and save up to 30% on bills

• Plant shade trees near your home or office.

• Cover those boiling pots to reduce cooking time and energy use.

• Match the pot size to burner size to avoid energy waste.

• Purchase clothes dryers with moisture sensors and high efficiency machines.

• Buy front-loading high efficiency washing machines.

• Set your hot water heater thermostat at 120 degrees or “low”.

• Wrap your hot water tank in an insulating “blanket”.

• Use warm or cold water for laundry when possible.

• Activate your “sleep” feature on home office equipment.

Our Green In Gwinnett Area (GIGA) organization’s mission is to help make Gwinnett County a healthier, more environmentally friendly and socially responsible place to live by becoming a valuable resource for the residents and businesses in our community. This GIGA site is a place to share our passion with others by collecting educational information, providing a repository for eco-friendly resources and products. Together we can make Gwinnett greener!