Be energy wise to the max!
Doing the right thing isn’t always complicated or expensive. Max shares a few tips in these videos!
Discover each tip in just one minute!
Max is a pretty cool guy who’s doing his best, but he can do more. If you’re like Max and you hate wasting electricity, follow the tips in these videos and do your best to save the max amount of energy!
Duration: 1 minute 08 secondes [subtitles in English]
Video Transcript Pools
- 00:01This is Max. Max is your energy use.
- 00:04He’s a pretty cool guy who’s doing his best.
- 00:06But you can help him take it to the max.
- 00:10And I’m going to help you help Max
- 00:12take it to the max.
- 00:15Got a pool or thinking of getting one soon?
- 00:171. Make sure you’ve got an efficient pump.
- 00:21An efficient pump means well filtered water
- 00:23for less!
- 00:24Ahhhh! Fun, right?
- 00:272. If you have a single-speed pump,
- 00:29install a timer.
- 00:31It’s easy, and it’ll help you save.
- 00:34And Max will love it!
- 00:363. And don’t forget your solar pool cover.
- 00:39Yes, even if you have a water heater.
- 00:42You know, the cover with the little blue bubbles?
- 00:44It’s super cute,
- 00:46reduces heat loss
- 00:48and keeps your money in your wallet.
- 00:52More pool tips?
- 00:55Look no further,
- 00:58Come on, try it!
- 01:00There are tips and tricks
- 01:02and a ton of other stuff, too. What more could you ask for?
- 01:05Take care of Max. Be energy wise to the max!
Duration: 1 minute 06 secondes [subtitles in English]
Video Transcript Hot tubs
- 00:02This is Max. Max is your energy use.
- 00:04He’s a pretty cool guy who’s doing his best
- 00:06But you can help him take it to the max.
- 00:10And I’m going to help you help Max
- 00:12take it to the max.
- 00:15Got a hot tub? There are so many thing you can do
- 00:17to reduce your energy use.
- 00:191. Opt for a hard cover that’s well insulated.
- 00:22And most importantly, don’t forget to use it!
- 00:25That’s less heat loss
- 00:27and more money in your bank account.
- 00:282. Lower the temperature
- 00:31when you know you won’t be using it.
- 00:32Keep it in standby mode
- 00:35when you’re in sleep mode.
- 00:373. If you just bought your hot tub,
- 00:39install it in an area that’s protected from the elements.
- 00:41Just picture it:
- 00:43A chill hot tub with a small roof…
- 00:45Max is going to love it!
- 00:48Want more tips?
- 00:50on using your hot tub efficiently?
- 00:53Look no further, I’ve got you.
- 00:55Come on, check it out.
- 00:57There are tips and trick and a ton of other stuff
- 01:01so you can soak it all in.
- 01:03Take care of Max. Be energy wise to the max!
Duration: 1 minute 28 secondes [subtitles in English]
Video Transcript Power bars
- 00:01-(narration): This is Max.
- 00:03Max is your energy consumption.
- 00:05He’s a pretty cool guy who’s doing his best
- 00:08But you can help him take it to the max.
- 00:10And I’m going to help you help Max
- 00:12with a few super simple tips to help you save.
- 00:171. Max is afraid of phantoms.
- 00:19Phantom power
- 00:20That happens when your devices
- 00:23keep drawing power, even when they’re off.
- 00:25Did you know that phantom power can be responsible for up to 10%
- 00:27of your annual electricity consumption?
- 00:30Pretty spooky when you think about it.
- 00:332. With a power bar
- 00:36you can turn off all your devices with the flick of a switch.
- 00:40No more phantom power.
- 00:42And no more unplugging everything.
- 00:44No, Max. Not that one.
- 00:473. Always looking for an adaptor?
- 00:49There’s a power bar
- 00:52for every need.
- 00:54The icing on the cake is that smart power bars
- 00:56can be controlled remotely.
- 01:00Very practical when things are out of reach.
- 01:03More tips?
- 01:06Look no further.
- 01:08I’ve got tips and tricks and a ton of other stuff.
- 01:12That was fun, eh?
- 01:14Now, you and Max are ready for just about anything.
- 01:18And if you ever want to know more,
- 01:20you know where to find me. Aw, Max!
- 01:23Take care of Max.
- 01:26Be energy wise to the max!
Duration: 1 minute 10 secondes [subtitles in English]
Video Transcript Household appliances
- 00:01-(narration): This is Max.
- 00:03Max is your energy consumption.
- 00:05He’s a pretty cool guy who’s doing his best.
- 00:07But you can help him take it to the max.
- 00:10And I’m going to help you help Max
- 00:12with a few quick tips for your appliances.
- 00:171. Some minor maintenance will help keep your appliances in good shape.
- 00:20Like the lint filter
- 00:22and the dust behind the fridge.
- 00:24And leave a little space from the wall.
- 00:26They’ll breathe a lot better.
- 00:292. Proper use is key.
- 00:32Turning on the oven for a tiny cupcake
- 00:34or running the dishwasher for just two forks
- 00:36isn’t the smartest move for the planet.
- 00:39or your wallet.
- 00:413. Need new appliances?
- 00:43Check the EnerGuide rating before you buy.
- 00:46You know it’ll help you
- 00:48make the best choice.
- 00:49It’s Energy Star, too?
- 00:52That’s win-win!
- 00:55More tips?
- 00:57Look no further.
- 00:59I’ve got tips and tricks
- 01:02and a ton of other stuff
- 01:04to help you improve your energy consumption.
- 01:06Take care of Max
- 01:08Be energy wise to the max!
Duration: 1 minute 11 secondes [subtitles in English]
Video Transcript Lighting
- 00:02This is Max. Max is your energy use.
- 00:04He’s a pretty cool guy who’s doing his best.
- 00:06But you can help him take it to the max.
- 00:10And I’m going to help you help Max
- 00:13with some really bright lighting habits.
- 00:171. Instead of turning on a ceiling light,
- 00:20use a desk lamp when you’re working.
- 00:22And with Energy Star LED lightbulbs,
- 00:25you’ll save electricity and money.
- 00:28You’ll see, Max will thank you.
- 00:302. Totally lit or totally dark?
- 00:33Why not half-half?
- 00:35The solution: dimmers.
- 00:38They save energy and light bulbs
- 00:40and create the perfect ambience,
- 00:42if you know what I mean.
- 00:443. Outside,
- 00:46instead of leaving the lights on all night,
- 00:48use motion sensors
- 00:51that turn on and off automatically.
- 00:54Magic, efficient and delightful!
- 00:56Want more tips?
- 00:59Look no further.
- 01:01I’ve got tips and tricks and a ton of other stuff
- 01:05to improve your electricity use
- 01:06and make Max happy.
- 01:08Take care of Max. Be energy wise to the max!
Duration: 1 minute 16 secondes [subtitles in English]
Video Transcript Les fenêtres et portes-fenêtres certifiées ENERGY STAR®
- 00:01(narration): This is Max.
- 00:03Max is your energy consumption.
- 00:05He’s a pretty cool guy who’s doing his best
- 00:07But you can help him take it to the max.
- 00:10And I’m going to help you help Max
- 00:13with a few tips for your windows.
- 00:171. Windows can be drafty.
- 00:20So make sure yours are in good shape.
- 00:22Are they hard to open?
- 00:24Can you feel the air flow through? Do they fog up?
- 00:27By taking stock, you’re already one step ahead.
- 00:312. Get winter-ready by sealing your windows.
- 00:35It’s easy: start by caulking around the edges and frame,
- 00:38add a plastic film and you’re done.
- 00:41Keep Max cozy and the cold air out.
- 00:453. If your windows are kaput
- 00:48and you have to change them,
- 00:50opt for an energy-efficient model.
- 00:53Fixed, awning, tilt-and-turn…
- 00:54there are so many choices.
- 00:56Follow the Energy Star.
- 00:59That’s what Max does when he gets a little lost.
- 01:01More tips?
- 01:03Look no further.
- 01:06I’ve got tips and tricks
- 01:08and a ton of other stuff to help you save
- 01:10energy when the cold sets in.
- 01:12Take care of Max
- 01:14Be energy wise to the max!
Duration: 1 minute 13 secondes [subtitles in English]
Video Transcript Electronic thermostats
- 00:01(narration): This is Max.
- 00:03Max is your energy consumption.
- 00:05He’s a pretty cool guy who’s doing his best.
- 00:07But you can help him take it to the max.
- 00:10And I’m going to help you help Max
- 00:13with a few tips for your thermostats.
- 00:171. Thermostats with a dial
- 00:19are a lot like phones with a dial.
- 00:21They work, but there are more efficient options.
- 00:24Like electronic thermostats,
- 00:27which are more accurate and can help you save up to 10%
- 00:29on your annual heating bill.
- 00:31Cool, right?
- 00:322. Before choosing your new thermostat,
- 00:35check your system.
- 00:37Is it a central system? Is there a thermostat in every room?
- 00:40Heating accounts for
- 00:41half of your annual electricity bill.
- 00:44So, don’t leave it up to chance. Right, Max?
- 00:463. For more comfort and more savings,
- 00:48choose a programmable one
- 00:49or a smart one. They’re the best!
- 00:52Avoid unpleasant surprises
- 00:55and have it installed by an electrician.
- 00:57More tips? Look no further, I’ve got you.
- 01:01There are tips and tricks
- 01:04and a ton of other stuff
- 01:06to improve your electricity use
- 01:08and make Max happy.
- 01:10Take care of Max. Be energy wise to the max!
