May 1, 2026
Creative Ways to Save Energy If you’re looking to save energy, just consider what you already have around the house! Here are a few creative ways to be more energy efficient. Play a song while you take a shower. Pick a song, start your shower when the song starts, and…
Read MoreApr 1, 2026
Spring Cleaning for Your AC While you air out the house and sweep the floors, consider your air conditioning as you do your spring cleaning. Here are some tips to keep your air conditioner running smoothly. Replace or clean your air conditioner filters. Dirty filters reduce airflow, and your system won’t be as efficient over…
Read MoreMar 1, 2026
Prepare Your Home for Warmer Weather Warmer weather is around the corner! To keep your home comfortable as the temperatures heat up, now is the time to prepare. Here is a list of things you can do right now. Clean your outdoor AC unit. Your air conditioning unit will operate…
Read MoreFeb 13, 2026
Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced the launch of two new grant opportunities through the Kansas Community Empowerment (KCE) program. KCE, which is housed within the Quality Places Division at the Department of Commerce, supports locally driven projects that strengthen quality of place, volunteer engagement and…
Read MoreFeb 1, 2026
Save Energy Year-Round with a Smart Thermostat A smart thermostat is a powerful tool that can help you cut energy costs and stay comfortable in every season. Here are a few ways a smart thermostat can pay off. You can schedule your home’s temperature from a smart phone while you are away, so your home will be the…
Read MoreJan 1, 2026
Saving Energy at Home: Getting Kids Involved It’s never too early to teach kids about saving energy, instilling good habits that’ll last throughout their lives. Plus, the cooped-up-inside winter months are the perfect time to start. Here are a few easy ways to get the kids involved in conserving energy at home. Encourage kids to make a habit of turning off lights and electronics when they leave a room. Teach kids the benefits…
Read MoreDec 3, 2025
The Kansas Community Empowerment (KCE) Special Enrollment Period is now officially open, offering communities across the state an opportunity to enroll in the program for the 2026–2027 cycle. The updated enrollment process reflects extensive input gathered during the recent KCE Listening Tour and Public Comment Period. Community members’ feedback played…
Read MoreDec 1, 2025
Save Energy this Holiday Season Between the colder weather, holiday lighting, and extra cooking, the holidays can mean more energy use. Here are a few energy-saving tips you can use this holiday season. Schedule your heating. Program your smart thermostat to slightly lower temperatures overnight or when the house is…
Read MoreNov 1, 2025
Prepare Your Home for Winter Temps It’s been a little cooler lately. Now is the perfect time to prepare your home so you can be comfortable and save energy when the temperature drops in the winter. Here is a list of things you can do right now. Replace your air…
Read MoreOct 1, 2025
Unplug ‘Energy Vampires’ and Save on Your Bill Did you know there are appliances in your home that consume electricity even when they’re not being actively used? As long as devices like your TV, printer or coffee maker are plugged in, they’ll add to your energy bill. Appliances like that…
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