Savings Calculator

Welcome to the built-in savings calculator. This tool can help you estimate how much household water, energy, and money you can save by taking some of the simple steps suggested on the Do Your Part page of this website. It's easy, give it a try. Then take the online Pledge to Take Care of Texas.

Conserve Energy By:		Dollars Saved ($/year)	KWHs Saved (KWH/year)	Gallons Saved (gallons/year)
	Installing a programmable thermostat to automatically reduce temperature at home.
	Installing light emitting diode bulbs (LEDs) in your house. How many bulbs will you replace?
	Weatherizing your house with weatherstripping and caulk.
	Trading up to an ENERGY STAR dishwasher.
	Cooking efficiently; using the right-sized pot for the stove burner. Do you have an electric or gas stove?

Conserve Water By:		Dollars Saved ($/year)	KWHs Saved (KWH/year)	Gallons Saved (gallons/year)
	Fixing leaking faucets. How many faucets will you fix?
	Installing low-flow showerheads and faucet aerators. How many showerheads will you replace?
	Lowering your water heater's thermostat to 120 degrees.
	Washing full loads of laundry in cold water. Is your water heater gas or electric?
	Investing in new low-flow toilets. How many toilets will you replace?

Improve Air Quality By:		Dollars Saved ($/year)	KWHs Saved (KWH/year)	Gallons Saved (gallons/year)
	Upgrading your home heating and cooling system.
	Turning off lights when they are not needed. How many lights will you turn off for 2 hours?
	Maintaining your vehicle.
	Driving the speed limit.
	Buying a cleaner vehicle.

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