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Show Utahene rgy offic e offe rs free energy saving ideas If you're like most people, the rising cost of keeping your home cool this summer probably has you hot under the collar. Sacrificing comfort for savings during a Utah summer doesn't necessarily seem like a fair trade-off. To help keep your dwelling cool this sum- mer, and at the same time reduce your fuel bills, the Utah Energy Office is offering a free pamphlet full of ideas designed to help you get the most from your energy dollar. The pamphlet, "25 Ways To Be Cool and Save Energy This Summer," offers easy-to-follow tips on how to keep the energy bills low when the mercury is high. Some tips include proper attic ventilation to reduce excessive heat build-up in your home. Radios, TV sets and cooking appliances add extra heat too and should be turned off when not in use." The air conditioner or cooling unit, the compressor and condenser con-denser should be installed in a shady location away from direct sunlight. These and 21 other energy and money-saving ideas are available free by contacting the Utah Energy Hotline at 1-581-5424. |