Conservation efforts at the residential, business, and state levels are our best hope for alleviating the problem in the short-term. The Department of Housing and Community Services oversees several programs, including weatherization and bill-payment assistance programs. Businesses and governments are being asked to conserve, as well. It may seem as if residents are being singled out because most of their information comes through the media. And residents are the primary audiences of television news programs and newspapers so their stories often focus on residential conservation.
Every little bit helps.
One household by itself can't do much. Together, though, they can make a big difference in helping the region avoid a power emergency. And it's not that difficult to do. Percent savings depends on how a household heats its home.