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10 Earth Day challenges that give the planet (and your wallet) a break
We’re all about keeping sustainability simple and fun here at TVA EnergyRight. So this Earth Day, on April 22, we invite you to take the Earth Day Challenge. We’ve rounded up 10 eco-conscious actions you can take to reduce your environmental footprint. Download the Earth Day Challenge Checklist so you can mark your progress as […]
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15 ways to save energy at home when you’re on Spring Break
Whether your spring break is taking you somewhere warm and toasty or cold and snowy, don’t miss an opportunity to save energy at home while you’re away. A little bit of quick and easy at-home prep before you leave can mean a lower energy bill when you return. And a few extra bucks in your […]
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7 free and easy fixes to keep your home warmer for less this winter
Cold weather can do a number on your winter energy bills, especially when temperatures dip into the teens or lower. But it doesn’t have to. There are some simple —and free — steps you can take to help manage your energy bill during the coldest months of the year. Plus, you can access free home […]
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Renters, don’t miss these no-cost tips for a lower electricity bill.
Renters, this one’s for you! Saving energy at home isn’t just for homeowners. There are lots of simple, easy and totally free things you can do to lower your household utility costs. Because, let’s face it, unless something breaks, it’s pretty unlikely your landlord will proactively invest in costly energy-saving upgrades or repairs, like ENERGY […]
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24 ways to boost your home’s energy efficiency in 2024
Anytime is the right time to try out new energy-saving habits or practices. But with the New Year upon us, there’s also no time like the present to put the excitement of a fresh start to good use, especially if it could save you money! Whether you rent or own your home, need no-cost or […]
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Hittin’ the road for the holidays? Save energy at home even while you’re away
15 ways to save energy at home even when you’re traveling for the holidays If you’re heading out of town this holiday season, it’s the perfect time to save some extra energy at home. Fewer people in the house = less energy used. It’s Home Alone, but without the elaborate schemes to stop the Wet […]
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Make the holidays merry and bright while keeping your energy bill in check
Make the holidays merry and bright while keeping your energy bill in check. The holidays, and winter specifically, can mean higher energy bills. Maybe you’re hosting fun gatherings or welcoming out-of-town guests. Maybe the kids are home from school. Or maybe dropping temperatures have you reaching for the thermostat more than usual. It can be […]
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15 ways to save energy at home when you’re on vacation
Your bags are packed, and it’s finally time to hit the road. But before you go, there’s one last thing to do. It’s time to power down your home! Whether you’re escaping for a weekend away, heading out for a week-long work trip or cruising the high seas over a long holiday break, take advantage […]
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14 ways to keep your home cool all summer long
If you live in the South then you know how Southern summers feel. (Cue someone saying, “It’s not the heat, it’s the humidity“!) Blazing temperatures can start in late spring and run all the way into early fall. So, we’ve rounded up 14 ways to stay cool, use less energy and keep your energy bill […]
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TVA EnergyRight helps Knoxville dad find a cool solution after A/C unit stops working
Lewis Davis may have retired in 2021, but his life is still very active. He and his wife, Bernice, are raising two young sons and two American Bully dogs — the youngest just a few weeks old. Photographs of their family adorn the living room walls, and Davis’ favorite brown leather recliner draped in a […]
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Kentucky great-grandmother saves money and energy through a Federal Home Loan Bank program
Family photographs hang from every wall of Ann Darnall’s Hardin, Kentucky, home. Children’s toys are neatly tucked away in the corner, waiting for her two great-grandsons to visit and scatter them on the floor. “I have been called Boda since my grandson was born,” recalls Darnall. “When he was little, he’d call me Boda. We […]