6 tips to beat the heat and save energy this summer

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Do you feel like you’re spending more money on utilities?

Social distancing and quarantining at home throughout spring and early summer may mean higher electricity needs and cooling demands.

According to research reported in Renewable Energy World, energy bills showed an increase of roughly 20 percent in the month of March 2020 as opposed to March 2019, the first month of quarantine for many areas across the United States. Considering these numbers are from a time when weather is more temperate nationwide, it’s safe to assume hotter months will accelerate home energy use.

Heat waves also can make it difficult to stay comfortable at home. You can help lower these expenses by adopting a few simple lifestyle changes and switching to energy-efficient products. Remember, saving energy at home is a win-win - not only does it mean less money spent each month on power bills, but also shrinking your energy footprint, as well as decreasing environmental impact.

Step 1: Adjust indoor temperatures

During warm weather, set your air conditioner at the highest temperature possible for your family to feel comfortable. What’s more, when you’re gone, turn the temperature up. You can save as much as 10 percent a year by making seasonal adjustments to your thermostat of 7 to 10 degrees for 8 or more hours, according to the U.S. Department of Energy.

Step 2: Smart home controls

Control all your smart home products within one central hub with the Brilliant Smart Home Control which supports LED, CFL, halogen, incandescent bulbs, dimmable and multi-way lighting. The device offers an array of high-tech functionalities including a built-in Amazon Alexa. It also works with Google Assistant and Apple HomeKit, an all-in-one mobile app that can be controlled from anywhere and a built-in camera with privacy shutter, motion sensor and intercom system.