LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The extremely high temperatures across Kentucky are causing higher energy demand.
Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company are encouraging customers to reduce their energy usage to prevent putting a strain on the energy grid.
The electric companies suggest the following steps:
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Turn off all unnecessary lights and appliances.
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Set your thermostat to the highest comfortable setting: Raising your thermostat setting by even one degree can save as much as 4-7% on the cooling portion of your energy bill.
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Draw the shades: Close your blinds and curtains during the day to block sunshine from heating up your home.
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Open and uncover vents: Be sure vents are open and clear, unblocked by furniture or other obstructions that could prevent air from circulating through your home.
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Turn off the oven: Consider grilling out or using a slow cooker to avoid heating up your kitchen and forcing your A/C to work even harder.
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Seal up leaks: Caulking and weatherstripping can keep the cool air inside your home and the warm air out.
For more energy saving tips, visit the LG&E/KU website.