Tips on how to cut down electricity - and your bill - as temperatures rise
Temperatures are expected to rise into the upper-80s and low-90s this week in New Jersey.
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As temperatures increase this week, people around the state will be looking for ways to cool down.
Since air conditioners might be working harder than they have so far this season, News 12 is offering you some ways to help cut down on electricity usage inside and ultimately save on your electric bill.
"The biggest draw on electricity in the summer is your air conditioning and pool pumps, so anything you can do to make them work less hard is going to save you money on your electric bill in the long run," said Chris Hoenig, of JCP&L.
There are several ways to help limit your electricity usage inside the home.
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JCP&L says ceiling and room fans keep the air circulating. They say to make sure to remember that fans cool people - not rooms - so turn fans off when you leave the room.
Change the AC at different times of day, or utilize a smart thermostat, which automatically changes the temperature when you're out of the house.
Hoenig also recommends closing curtains on sun-facing windows, as well as not using heat-producing appliances during the hottest part of the day, like the oven or stove.
While the temperatures are warm, Hoenig says it's a great time to grill outside, so as to not increase the heat in your kitchen and home.
With the temperature spike this week, JCP&L said there are no real concerns for energy capacity at this point.
