EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - With students returning to school and daytime energy use shifts, CenterPoint Energy is offering tips for customers to take simple steps to reduce usage.

CenterPoint officials encourage customers to turn down the thermostat when the house is empty, unplug unused devices, use natural light, keep cool air in, do full laundry in cold water and use small appliances.

Here are also some back-to-school safety tips CenterPoint officials provided:

Keep kites, drones and metallic balloons well away from overhead power lines. Never climb trees or play near power lines or pad-mounted transformers.

Carry ladders, sports equipment or other tall items horizontally and check above for power lines before raising them.

In dorms and classrooms, use only UL-listed power strips wi

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