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Alliant Energy's PowerHouse is an award-winning educational program designed to help you improve the energy efficiency, safety and comfort of your home.
PowerHouse Tip of the Month: April

Pete and Megan standing next to an air conditioner

Time to tune up your air conditioner

With warmer weather on the horizon, it's a great idea to make sure your air conditioner runs smoothly. Regular maintenance could lower your system’s energy use by up to 15%.

See Pete and Megan in our latest graphic novel

a comic book panel with Pete and Megan

Pete and Megan appeared in the latest edition of The Power Chronicles, Alliant Energy's STEM adventure series we created especially for science, technology, engineering and math enthusiasts in grades 5-8.

Popular topics

101 easy ways to save energy

Mom and son in laundry room

Find quick, simple things you can do around the home to reduce your energy consumption.

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Power surges — cause and effect

Overloaded electric outlet

Lightning strikes may trigger a power surge, but most are caused by conditions within your home.

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Portable generators and space heaters

portable generator

Portable heaters and generators are convenient, but use them with extreme caution.

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Installing a heating and cooling system

Two workers installing a new A/C unit outdoors

One of the biggest purchases a homeowner can make is to install a new furnace and air conditioner. Learn what you need to know when faced with this big decision.

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Appliances and electronics

Kitchen with new appliances

Learn how to choose and make the most of your household appliances and electronics.

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Windows and doors

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Learn how to find the most energy-efficient models, or tighten up the ones you have.

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Appliance Calculator
Find out the cost to operate common household appliances per month and per year.
Cash-back rebates
Before you buy anything that uses electricity or natural gas, find out what qualifies for energy efficiency rebates.