As temperatures dip, staying warm could mean running up your utility bills and generating greenhouse gases and other emissions that damage the planet and human health.

Heating uses more energy and costs more money than any other system in the average home, typically accounting for about 30 percent of utility bills, according to the Energy Department. A drafty building can be one of the main reasons it costs more to keep your home comfortable during the winter.

But while major energy savings will come from plugging air leaks, improving insulation and upgrading outdated HVAC systems, there are additional steps you can take to ward off the chill.

Don’t crank up your thermostat

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