Heating Fuel

The two major heating fuels in our region are natural gas and oil.  Heating oil is a major source of pollution in our community, accounting for 8.5% of the total greenhouse gas emissions in aFewSteps’ coverage area.  Natural gas is more than 50% cheaper than oil for home heating, producing half the carbon dioxide and a third of the oxides of nitrogen of oil heating.

9 Ways you can save:

 #1
Choose natural gas

#2
Use a programmable thermostat

#3
Seal and insulate

 #4
Use curtains and shades to retain heat

#5
Turn down the
water heater

#6
Close the
fireplace damper

 #7
Buy low-flow
shower heads

#8
Keep heating
vents clear

#9
Use
a draft snake

More Ways You Can Save:

• Electricity
• Heating fuel
• Gasoline
• Water
• Waste
• Food
• Lawn and Garden