by Just Energy | Energy Efficiency, Save on Energy

Wondering how to save on your electric bill? You’re not alone.  

As of 2019, the average U.S. residential electric consumer used 10,649 kilowatt-hours annually or 877 kilowatt-hours per month. The average price per kilowatt-hour in the country ranges from 7.71 cents to 28.72 cents, with a nationwide average of 10.54 cents. That totals to a $1,122.44 yearly electric bill — a high cost for consumers and planet Earth. 

Energy efficiency and energy conservation can help you spend less and save on your electric bill. Join us as we review how to save by switching your electric company as well as simple ways you can become more energy-efficient, helping both the environment and your wallet.  

What Is Energy Efficiency? 

Energy efficiency means using less energy to complete a task or function while still seeing the same results. When you use energy-saving appliances you can reduce expenses, pollution, carbon output, and energy waste. Examples of energy efficiency include using LED light bulbs, smart power strips and Energy Star-certified products like refrigerators, washers, dryers, and heating and cooling equipment. 

What Is Energy Conservation?  

Energy conservation describes behaviors and habits that use less energy, such as turning off lights and unplugging devices when they aren’t in use, reducing overall energy consumption, and limiting energy waste. Energy efficiency and energy conservation work hand-in-hand and can help you save on your electricity bill.