Your air conditioning system is critical for comfort, but wasting energy is definitely not cool. If these energy-wasting habits sound familiar, maybe it's time to change your routine and take the heat off your summer energy budget.

Summer in New Orleans can put your air conditioner to the test. If your system isn’t running efficiently, you could be paying more to stay comfortable while putting extra wear on your equipment.

Loyola University New Orleans recently made a series of energy efficiency improvements that reduced campus electricity consumption by approximately 22% and generated an estimated $700,000 in annual electricity cost savings.

Staying cool and comfortable does not have to come at the cost of high energy bills. By making a few simple changes around your home, you can improve its energy efficiency and beat the heat while keeping costs down.

Although the heat of summer can increase electricity use and energy costs, Entergy Mississippi is committed to helping customers stay cool and save money throughout the hotter months with bill management tools and resources. The company’s online Bill Toolkit connects customers to energy efficiency tips and resources, as well as information about bill management and financial assistance options.