When temperatures drop, it takes more electricity to keep your home warm.  This graphic shows how your total residential electric usage is directly related to the lower temperatures in winter and where your heat leaves your home.  Follow the link to find ways to save money while staying warm. Energy Star Tips

The following tips will save money and energy while staying comfortable during the cool fall and cold winter months. Many of these tips can be used on a daily basis to increase your savings; others are simple and inexpensive actions you can take to ensure maximum savings through the winter. If you haven't already, conduct an energy assessment to determine where to save the most, and consider making a larger investment for long-term energy savings. Fall & Winter Energy Savings Tips