Videos

Heating and Your Furnace

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Length: 2:59
(11.6 MB)

One of the biggest energy users in your home is the furnace. Learn how you can save up to 25 percent on your home heating bill by:

• Installing a programmable (set-back) thermostat
• Sealing leaky ductwork
• Keeping filters clean
• Upgrading to a more efficient furnace
• And more

Kitchen Appliances

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Length: 2:56
(11.6 MB)

The kitchen offers opportunities for you to save energy. Are you…

• Using the right sized appliance for the job?
• Using compact fluorescent lights that allow you to save as much as 75 percent?
• Washing only full loads in the dishwasher?
• Still pre-washing your dishes before loading them in the dishwasher?
• Setting your refrigerator and freezers at the correct temperature?
• Looking for other ways to save?

Water Heating

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Length: 3:37
(14 MB)

Water heaters are one of the biggest energy users in the home; they account for up to 25 percent of your total energy bill. Find out how to:

• Save energy required to heat water
• Insulate your water pipes
• Save on hot water by using low flow showerheads
• Fix dripping faucets
• Cut energy costs in the laundry room

Insulation and Air Sealing

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Length: 4:32
(17.5 MB)

About 20 percent of a home's heating and cooling loss happens in the basement. Installing insulation in your basement or crawl space is an easy do-it-yourself project. This video will help you learn about:

• R-value requirements
• Building wraps
• Types of insulation
• Installation tips

Living Spaces

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Length: 2:19
(9.1 MB)

Numerous energy saving opportunities are hiding throughout your home.
Did you know…

• Energy efficient windows can help you save 25 percent on heating bills and up to 40 percent on summer cooling bills?
• Window insulation kits can double the R-value of your existing windows?
• You can use curtains and blinds to reduce heat loss?
• That your fireplace can help heat your home even when it's not in use?

The “30-60-90 Day Challenge”

Learn more about a pilot program in which each state chooses one family to participate in a nationwide energy conservation challenge.

• Missouri's representatives are the Ward family of St. Louis.
• Each family receives an energy efficiency toolkit to outfit their home.
• They will also receive a web cam and a create a blog to keep track of their savings and keep the public updated on their progress.
• Each participating family submitted their utility bills from April, May and June to establish a baseline cost for their utility services.

Program overview by
Commissioner Robert Kenney. (1:21)