Beating the heat in upstate New York can be as simple as lowering your thermostat and closing your blinds.<\/p>\n
National Grid wants customers to reduce their energy usage and bills by incorporating some easy no- and low-cost energy solutions into their lives. It\u2019s tough to escape summer\u2019s grip, but there are simple ways to reduce how it impacts your energy bill.<\/p>\n
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