Solar panels, individual cooling units and insulated walls are just some measures residents have taken to cut the cost of running their air conditioning as a record-breaking heat wave settles over Southern California.
, expected to bring triple digit temperatures to millions of residents over Labor Day Weekend. As state officials issue warnings for reoccurring flex alerts and an increased strain on the power grid, some people are employing energy-saving tactics to reduce the strain on their own wallets.
She showcased her home to CBS reporter Jasmine Viel, who noted the drastic temperature difference from outside and the cool air blowing throughout the house from Lamb's individual heating and cooling units installed in each room. On top of that, Lamb has insulated the walls and installed both new windows and 16 solar panels on the roof of her home. She now estimates that she uses about 10 to 15 kilowatt hours a day — half of what an average household in Los Angeles County uses.
Lamb is one of the many Southern Californians taking the extra steps to reduce her usage as the California Independent System Operatorduring the peak hours of 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., when most people are expected to turn on their air conditioning and utilize other large home appliances. "Try not to use too much electricity in those key hours," he said."Try to reduce your consumption to the extent possible."
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