CenterPoint Energy Offers Energy-Saving and Safety Tips for the New Year

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d8c17c0f6adae7de9481180274af6190 CenterPoint Energy shares New Year's resolution checklist to help customers save energy and money while staying safe

CenterPoint Energy urges customers to prioritize safety and energy efficiency in the new year.

HOUSTON, Dec. 31, 2024 — CenterPoint Energy offers a New Year’s resolution checklist to help customers save energy, enhance safety, and simplify home life. These tips, ranging from minor adjustments to significant changes, can contribute to a more efficient and secure start to the year.

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This checklist provides resolutions for a more energy-efficient and safer 2025:

Boost Your Energy Efficiency

  • Begin your energy efficiency journey. CenterPoint provides energy efficiency programs to help customers conserve energy and reduce costs.
  • Make smarter lighting choices. Switch to ENERGY STAR® certified LED light bulbs to lower energy consumption.
  • Upgrade your appliances. Replace older appliances with energy-efficient models and take advantage of available rebates.
  • Embrace smart technology. A smart thermostat can maintain a comfortable home temperature while saving energy.
  • Improve home sealing. Weatherize your home by sealing air leaks and adding insulation.
  • Maintain your HVAC system. Regularly replace HVAC filters to improve air quality and system performance.

Visit for energy-saving tips, tools and rebates.

Simplify Utility Bill Management

  • Seek assistance from CenterPoint. Customers facing financial difficulties can contact the company for payment plans and resource referrals.
  • Go paperless. Sign up for paperless billing for streamlined bill management.
  • Level out costs. Enroll in Budget Billing to even out seasonal cost fluctuations.
  • Automate payments. Set up automatic payments for hassle-free billing.
  • Monitor your usage. Utilize online tools to track energy usage and identify further saving opportunities.

For more tips and tools to manage bills, visit the Billing Resource Hub at .

Prioritize Safety

  • Use space heaters safely. Keep space heaters at least three feet from flammable materials, and never use stoves or ovens for home heating.
  • Check your detectors. Regularly test smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) detectors and replace batteries. Replace alarms according to manufacturer instructions.
  • Recognize CO poisoning symptoms. Early symptoms include headaches, fatigue, nausea, and dizziness. If suspected, leave the area, get fresh air and call 911.
  • Report gas leaks promptly. If you detect the odor of natural gas, evacuate the area, call 911, and notify CenterPoint. Avoid creating sparks.
  • Call before you dig. Contact 811 before any digging to prevent damage to underground utility lines.

To explore additional safety resources, visit .

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