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Ef f i c i en c y C h ec k l i s t
It adds up.
So get down!
Using our energy-saving tips can add up. Get down with energy
efficiency!
Open and Close: Close curtains and shades at night to
protect against cold drafts; open them during the day to let
in warm sunlight.
De-lint the Vent: Unblocking your dryer vent can save
energy and prevent a potential fire.
Go Plug Crazy: Use foam sealant on larger gaps around
windows, baseboards and places where air may leak out.
Visit ResponsibleByNature.com for more
ways to save energy.
¡Ahorre con nuestros consejos!
Baje los gastos.
Con nuestros consejos para reducir el consumo de energía podrá
ahorrar mucho. ¡Baje los gastos con la eficiencia energética!
Abrir y cerrar: Cierre las cortinas y persianas durante la
noche para proteger la casa de corrientes de aire frías, y
ábralas durante el día para que entre la cálida luz del sol.
Co m m u n i t y
Plug into our
Free Energy Classroom
We have fun, educational resources to help students in 3rd to 5th
grade learn more about the power they use every day. Our online
classroom features materials for teachers, help for students’
assignments, fun experiments and interactive games along with
energy-related videos.
Visit EnergyClassroom.com to learn
more about how power is made, energy
conservation, wildlife and careers in
energy. Fun is only a few clicks away!
A n n o u n c em en t
Being Responsible By Nature
is hard work,
but worth it!
Visit ResponsibleByNature.com for more
ways to save energy.
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October is cool and colorful. Our sunsets dance
with brilliant colors, and as fall advances, days
become shorter and cooler, reminding us that our
first frost is near. Read along as we provide you
with news, info and energy tips to help you prepare
for the change in season ahead.
I N TH I S I SSUE
Progr am of the M onth :
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Safe t y:
We work hard every day to provide you with reliable, safe, clean
and affordable energy. You can read about how we performed in
2011, and you’ll meet a few Xcel Energy employees who share their
on-the-job experiences. Our annual Corporate Responsibility Report
is ready for your perusal!
Limpie el respiradero de pelusas: Unblocking your dryer
vent can save energy and prevent a potential fire.
A sellar todo: Use foam sealant on larger gaps around
windows, baseboards and places where air may leak out.
ENERGY UPDATE
Power line safety for you
My Ac c ount:
Manage energy bills online
Effi c ien cy C hec k li st:
Energy tips to help you save
C o m mun it y:
Check out the report at
xcelenergy.com/CorporateResponsibility.
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An n oun c e m ent:
Read our Corporate Responsibility Report
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eligibility restrictions. Visit xcelenergy.com/Rebates and click on the individual
program name to get the details.
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Shape up your sockets for winter
There’s a chill in the air. Before you know it, winter will be in full
swing. With shorter days and less sunshine in the coming months,
you’ll be turning on the lights a lot more often. Get your sockets in
shape for the season, with energy-efficient lighting.
Compact fluorescent lights (CFLs*) can go a long way toward
reducing your long-term energy bills. They use fewer watts than
incandescents, and can last up to 10 times longer. So, between not
having to purchase light bulbs as often, and the energy efficiency
you get with a CFL, you could save up to $50 every time you switch.
Plus, they come in a variety of shapes and sizes, so there’s one to
fit every socket in your home.
Stay Away. Stay Safe.
Stay Alive.
Before you begin fall chores, look up. With power lines nearby,
even simple tasks like pruning a tree or cleaning gutters can
become hazardous. Always keep yourself and any tool you use at
least 10 feet away from the line.
If a storm causes a power line to fall or hang low, never touch or try
to move it. Assume all power lines are energized!
Make every minute of your day count. Maximize your time
by managing your account and paying bills online, through
My Account with eBill. On average, over 50,000 customers log on
every day to learn about energy use, get tips on conserving energy
and reducing their bills, set up optional email alerts and more.
You can too!
Enroll or learn more at
xcelenergy.com/MyAccount.
Add eBill by logging back in,
clicking on the Current eBill tab
and following the prompts to add it.
Call us at 1-800-895-1999 to report outages
or emergencies.
*CFLs contain mercury and need to be recycled.
We offer discounts on CFLs. Get bulbs for
as little as $1 each at participating retail
locations. Visit ResponsibleByNature.com
to find a location near you.
Manténgase alejado.
Manténgase a salvo.
Manténgase con vida.
Antes de comenzar con las tareas de otoño, mire hacia arriba. Si
hay cables de electricidad en las inmediaciones, hasta las tareas
más simples, como podar un árbol o limpiar las canaletas, pueden
ser peligrosas. En todo momento manténgase usted y cualquier
herramienta a por lo menos 10 pies de distancia del cable.
Si un cable de electricidad se cae o queda colgando cerca del suelo
a causa de una tormenta, nunca lo toque ni trate de moverlo. Dé
por sentado que todos los cables tienen corriente eléctrica.
Llame al 1-800-895-1999 para informar
sobre cualquier corte de electricidad o
emergencia.
E N ER G Y U P DATE
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