21-08-2019 16:22 via baltimore.cbslocal.com

Energy Star Says You Should Keep Your Home Above 78 Degrees

(CNN) — A federal program recommends people keep their homes between 78 and 85 degrees, and the internet is freaking out.
The guidelines come from Energy Star, a government-backed program to promote energy efficiency, and they’ve sparked a fiery debate on social media.
The program suggests different settings to automate at various times: 78 degrees when you wake up, 85 degrees during the day and 82 degrees when you’re sleeping.
Energy Star says homeowners can save about $180 a
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