Smart Household Energy Choices
How can I save energy, money, and the planet?
Welcome! Read on to get the facts about a range of energy saving options, from small steps to major investments, so you can reduce energy waste and plan for your transition to clean energy.
Go Electric!
Today, many of us burn fossil fuels to cook our food, heat and cool our homes, and to get around. When we upgrade to cars, HVAC, and appliances that run electricity instead, we all benefit from cleaner air and safer and more comfortable homes. In order to help our communities make this transition, there are programs available right now to help cover the costs.
Energy Audit
A home energy audit will tell you how efficient your home is and where it might be wasting energy. A professional will walk you through where you may be able to improve the efficiency, comfort, and safety of your home. Once you know what your home needs, we can help you make a plan or connect you with trusted contractors to get started.
Weatherization & Insulation
Most homes have cracks and gaps that waste your hard-earned money every time you turn on the heat or A/C. The first step is to tighten up your home, in order to keep the cold out, and the heat in (or the heat out, in summer months). An efficient home is just more comfortable. This has the added benefit of getting your home “heat pump ready!” But more on that later.
Energy Efficient Appliances
Upgrading to modern, electric appliances can save you money on your utility bills without sacrificing performance. Consider a heat pump hot water heater, electric washer and dryer, or induction stove as ways to save energy and reduce your carbon footprint with things you use every day. Thinking about replacing your old fossil fuel appliance? Remember to Go All Electric.
Heat Pumps
A heat pump is a more efficient way to heat and cool your home using clean electricity. When it's time to replace your heating & cooling system, a heat pump may be right for you. HVAC replacements are a once in a decade decision; make the smart, reliable choice by installing a modern high-efficiency heat pump.
Solar Panels
Solar panels provide energy to your home using one of our most abundant resources: the sun. Using energy from the sun is good for our planet and the air we breathe.
Electric Cars
Electric cars are a smart investment with lower fuel and maintenance costs. They are the best car choice for our planet and our communities. No tailpipe emissions means cleaner air and healthy communities.
Benefits to Using Electricity to Power Your Life
More consistent energy costs
Protection from the ups and downs of fossil fuel costs
Energy savings
Cleaner, healthier air
Safer homes, without the higher risk of gas-related incidents
Year-round comfort
Reduced greenhouse gas emissions
What is AMPED?
AMPED is your smart energy advisor, connecting you to the resources, incentives, and vetted contractors you need to make smart energy choices. AMPED is a not-for-profit program; we don’t benefit from sales in any way. Our purpose is to support your transition to technologies powered by carbon-free electricity, instead of fossil fuels.
FAQs
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Yes! To tackle climate change, we need to evolve beyond using technologies that harm the air we breathe and heat the planet. Experts increasingly say that the best way to do that is to replace our engines, furnaces, and boilers with electric versions — electric cars, electric heat pumps, and electric appliances that run on clean sources of electricity like wind, solar or nuclear power.
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It’s true that our current electric grid wouldn’t meet an explosive growth in demand overnight, but there have been many planning and reliability studies to help prepare for NY's transition. Electricity demand is expected to stay the same through 2025 due to efficiency improvements, with a significant uptick in demand between 2040 and 2050, giving us time to prepare. Check out our webinar on this topic to learn more.
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