JOHNSON CITY — As the holiday season is in full swing, Pedernales Electric Cooperative (PEC) provided some tips on how people can save money on their energy bill.
According to PEC Media Affairs and Communications strategist Kendra Acosta, over the holidays, people are likely doing one of two things: hosting family and friends or traveling to go see them. In each scenario, there are ways to save on their energy bill, including with the HVAC system.
When hosting, before guests arrive, Acosta said PEC recommends lowering the thermostat a couple of degrees lower than the recommended winter setting — which is 68 degrees or lower — because the extra body heat is going to naturally raise a home’s temperature.
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