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Look for ENERGY STAR qualified LED products to light interior and exterior environments.
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Opt for LED holiday lighting instead of traditional incandescent light strands.
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Before decorating, determine how many outlets are available and where they are located.
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Use ground fault circuit interrupters, or GFCIs, for added shock protection wherever electricity may come into contact with water.
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Install a programmable thermostat to automatically regulate the temperatures in your home year round.
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Plug electronics into a power strip with an on/off switch that is turned off when these products are not being used.
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Consider using batteries as an alternative source of power whenever possible
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Always look for the ENERGY STAR label when shopping for new electronic devices.
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Turn off all lights before going to sleep, leaving home, or leaving a room.
