Get ready for the cold
new challenge from the Smart Living Project
Every month the Smart Living Project will issue a new smart living challenge. Give it a try just once a week and then add a new challenge each month. If you already live smart, try our advanced challenge, or try to do something else sustainable every day. You can do it, and we are here to help.
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October Challenge
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, heating and cooling accounts for 56% of the energy use in a typical U.S. home. With rising fuel costs and increasing concerns about our planet's health, maybe this is the perfect year to asess your home's energy efficiency. And, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, you can save up to 3% on your heating bill for every degree you lower your thermostat.
Commit to setting your thermostat 1 degree lower this month than you usually do.
Advanced challenge
Conduct a DIY home energy audit this month. How? Find out here. And don't worry, it's not as daunting as it seems.
