
Home for the Holidays: Electric Efficiencies
11/21/24, 1:00 PM
As you prepare for holiday cooking, hosting, and celebrating, follow our top tips for improved energy efficiency - and safety!

Avoid Outlet Overload
For extra appliances, electronics, or decorations, use surge protectors to prevent tripped circuits and reduce other risks.
Pay Attention to Wattage
Don’t plug more than one high-wattage appliance or device into an outlet. And if you have little ones visiting, cover unused outlets!
Prioritize Cord Safety
If you are using extension cords, don’t use them with your large appliances. And keep cords out of high traffic areas!
Shut the Door
To your oven, that is! Use your oven light to check food to maintain temperatures and keep your kitchen cool.
Make Smart Stove Choices
Rangetop cooking requires less energy than the oven. For sides that need to be baked, try to coordinate with your turkey timing.
Dim the Lights
Set the holiday mood - and reduce electricity waste - by dimming the lights if you have dimmer switches.
Leave Leftovers Out
Cool leftovers before putting them in the refrigerator to reduce the energy spent on cooling.
Find Convection Perfection
If your oven has a convection setting, use it! This can help reduce temperature and cook time requirements.
Don’t Pan-ic
By using the right sized pot or pan on your burner, you can save energy and reduce extra heat in the kitchen!
Transition Turkey to Tree
As you add more holiday decor, use timers for lights, don’t let your tree dry out, and trade real candles for battery-operated options!
Download the Complete Holiday Electric Efficiencies Guide