Jun 19, 2018

Energy saving summer tips
LG&E and KU offer tips to help save energy during the summer heat

(LOUISVILLE, Ky.) – Summer doesn’t officially begin until June 21, but sweltering temperatures are already in full effect. Because increased heat often translates into increased energy use and energy bills, Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company are offering five simple tips to help better manage energy use throughout the warmer season.

  1. Seal up leaks – Tools like insulation, caulk and weather stripping can close gaps, helping to keep cool air in and warm air out.
  2. Close curtains, drapes and blinds – Closing window treatments during the hottest part of the day prevents the sun's rays from heating your home.
  3. Adjust your thermostat – Turning thermostats up two degrees in the summer makes it easier for air conditioners to maintain a steady temperature in the home.
  4. Use a fan – Fans help spread cooled air more effectively throughout your home without having to adjust the thermostat.
  5. Grill out – Taking your cooking outdoors will eliminate energy drawn from using other, larger cooking appliances like your stove and will keep your kitchen – and your whole house – cooler. 

Visit lge-ku.com for more energy saving tips.

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Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company, part of the PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL) family of companies, are regulated utilities that serve nearly 1.3 million customers and have consistently ranked among the best companies for customer service in the United States. LG&E serves 326,000 natural gas and 411,000 electric customers in Louisville and 16 surrounding counties. KU serves 553,000 customers in 77 Kentucky counties and five counties in Virginia. More information is available at www.lge-ku.com and www.pplweb.com.

For further information: For more information, call the LG&E and KU media hotline at 502–627–4999.
 

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