The extreme temperatures that Michigan residents face in both the summer and the winter have the most direct influence on consumer energy bills. Heating oil and natural gas prices effect winter heating costs, while peak electricity prices dictate electrical costs of running air conditioners in the hot humid Michigan summers. The links below provide valuable information for efficient consumption, and taking advantage of programs to keep costs down.

Efficiency Techniques

Energy Star a government backed program for energy efficiency is a great place to learn about products and conservation techniques. Energyhog provides helpful tips for saving money through energy audits,energy efficiency, and products. 

Government incentives

The Department of Energy itself offers a variety of features for consumers along with a variety of ways to finance energy conservation projects.

 Environmental issues

The anatomy of a home energy bill and its environmental impacts. 

 Small wind power and solar power options as renewable energy are increasingly viable for households due to technological advancement and government incentives.

Data

The Energy Information Administration provides data on the fuel types that most directly effect consumer budgets including electricity, natural gas, and petroleum.