From simple things like turning off the lights when you leave a room, to maintaining prudent home heating and cooling temperatures, you can help reduce energy consumption in a variety of ways.

The following resources offer some helpful — and realistic — ideas for curbing electricity usage. Many of these tips will help you shave a few dollars from your energy bills, too.

Energy Savers Web Site»
From the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)

EnergyStar Program»
From the DOE and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Flex Your Power»
From Earth 911

How to Save Electricity in Your Home»
From the Edison Electric Institute