The typical U.S. family spends $1300 a year on home energy bills, and some of that energy is just going to waste. Homeowners and renters know that saving energy means saving money, and they’re realizing that it does not mean sacrificing functionality. There are many things you can do to save energy, ranging from long-term investments to simple no- or low-cost changes. In fact, simple adjustmentslike programming your thermostatadd up to significant savings. In a typical U.S. home, heating and air conditioning account for about 56% of energy use. Reducing this energy use is the single most effective way to reduce your homes contribution to global environmental problems. Michelle Caldwell offers simple steps and practical advice you can follow to lower your energy bills, keep your house comfortable and help protect the environment. For more information, go to http://www.bryant.com www.bryant.com . More about Michelle Caldwell: Michelle Caldwell has served with Bryant since 1990 and is a knowledgeable expert on heating and cooling in an energy efficient manner. Michelle is a frequent radio guest with great advice for listeners on keeping their systems cool, clean and efficient. Michelle holds a Bachelor of Arts in Advertising from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.