Osceola Energy Demand Hits New Record
Hot and humid weather in Central Florida on July 6 sent energy demand soaring to a new record peak for Kissimmee Utility Authority.
KISSIMMEE, FL (PRWEB) July 9, 2004 -- Hot and humid weather in Central Florida on July 6 sent energy demand soaring to a new record peak for Kissimmee Utility Authority (KUA).
On Tuesday, KUA customers used 298.7 megawatts (MW) at 5:05 pm, eclipsing the former mark of 296.8 MW set on June 25. The temperature at the time of the peak was 94 degrees.
KUA offers the following energy-saving tips that require little or no expense and can help to reduce summertime energy costs:
| | - Set the thermostat on the highest comfortable setting. Raising the temperature just 2 degrees can reduce cooling costs by as much as 5 percent.
- Close blinds, shades or drapes during the hottest part of the day to block the sun's heat.
- Remember that window air conditioning units generally are not designed to cool more than one room.
- Clean or replace window unit or central air conditioning system filters monthly. Dirty filters cause air conditioners to work harder and use more energy.
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Founded in 1901, KUA is Florida's sixth largest community-owned utility providing electric, water, and telecommunication services to 170,000 residents in five Central Florida counties.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Chris M. Gent
Kissimmee Utility Authority
407-933-7777 x 1116
407-933-1761
http://www.kua.com
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