TURN DOWN THE HEAT

Turn the temperature down in your home at night and when you are out of the house. You could also install a programmable thermostat to do it for you, available at most hardware stores for around $50.

Recommended temperatures:
16ºC = when away for an extended period of time;
18ºC = when sleeping or away during the day;
20ºC = when working or exercising; and
21ºC = when watching TV, reading or other light activities.

Lowering your thermostat by 3 degrees at night and while you're away from home is one of the simplest yet most effective ways to save money and make your home more energy efficient. For every 1 degree you lower your thermostat, you save 2-3% on your heating bill.

Invest in some thick blankets, cuddle a little closer, conserve energy, and save money all at the same time.

Some people think that regularly lowering and raising a thermostat wastes fuel. In fact, the energy required to reheat your home to a comfortable temperature is roughly equal to the fuel saved as your home drops to the lower temperature. You save energy while the temperature is stabilized at the lower level. The key is to turn the thermostat down for four hours or more.