St. George Energy Services Dept., Dixie Power join forces to promote summer energy conservation campaign
Color-coded alerts notify public about levels of strain put on electric system
ST. GEORGE — Triple-digit heat during the summer months is expected to create a high demand for power use in St. George. To address this concern, the City of St. George’s Energy Services Department and Dixie Power have joined forces to develop the “Use Less, Save More” campaign to help educate residents on efficient power usage during extreme weather conditions.
“It is important to know the days when extra energy efficiency can help reduce the possibility of power service interruptions as the wildfire season approaches,” Laurie Mangum, Energy Services Director, City of St. George. “We pride ourselves in providing safe, affordable and reliable energy and want to ensure it continues to be the case this summer.”
The Use Less, Save More program will alert residential customers for the need to conserve, particularly during the peak time of day — 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. — utilizing a three-color system: green, orange and red. The alerts can be found online at www.sgcity.org and on the Facebook pages of the City of St. George Energy Services Department and Dixie Power, beginning June 1 through end of the summer.
- Adjust thermostat two degrees higher than you are comfortable.
- Leave air vents open.
- Close the drapes to reduce the amount of heat transfer into your home.
- Turn off unused electrical equipment when you leave the room, such as TVs and lights.
- Avoid using the oven; try barbecuing instead.
- Avoid using the dishwasher and laundry machines during the peak hours mentioned above.
- Avoid opening and closing doors to the outside.
- Do not use ovens. This is not a day to bake.
- Set thermostat at 80 degrees or higher.
- Make sure the pool pump is off.
- If you have an electric vehicle, make sure it is not recharging.
- If power is interrupted, avoid opening the refrigerator. Most refrigerators will keep food cool for up to four hours if the door is not opened.
“By conserving energy, residents can save money on power bills and help reduce demand on the power system — especially during the peak hours of 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. That lessens the possibility of a rolling blackout, which is what we want to avoid,” said Colin Jack, Chief Operating Officer for Dixie Power. “Let’s all work together and sacrifice just a little bit to help us stay cool during the summer months.”
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