Contact Us

Your Energy Efficiency Kit

Get the Most Out of Your Free Energy Efficiency Kit!

Your kit is packed with simple, effective tools to help you save energy and lower your bills. Explore the video guides below to learn how to install and use each item with ease.

Questions? Email us at info@NorthernREN.org 

The TrickleStar Plug-in Energy Monitor

The TrickleStar Plug-in Energy Monitor makes it easy to see how much energy your devices are using in real time. Simply plug it into an outlet, then plug in your appliance to track energy consumption and costs.

Here’s a short tutorial (from a similar watt meter) that walks through the basic features and how to use it:

Simply Conserve 7 outlet Advanced Power Strip

This advanced power strip helps you save energy by automatically cutting power to connected devices when they’re not in use. It features always-on outlets for essential electronics, plus switched outlets for devices like TVs and game consoles that draw standby power.

Here’s a helpful video tutorial that shows how to set it up and use the different outlet functions:

Simply Conserve Indoor/Outdoor Finger Rope Caulk

Finger rope caulk is a simple, mess-free way to seal gaps and cracks around windows, doors, and other openings. It helps block drafts, dust, and moisture, improving comfort and saving energy. The rope-like strips can be pressed into place by hand and easily removed when no longer needed.

Here’s a quick video tutorial (using a similar product from another manufacturer) that shows how to apply it:

Foam Socket Sealers

Foam socket sealers are an easy way to reduce drafts that can come through electrical outlets and light switch plates, especially on exterior walls. By sealing behind the cover plate, they help keep conditioned air inside and lower energy loss.

Safety Tip: Before installing, always switch off power at the breaker or fuse box. Even though you’re not touching wiring, it’s best practice to work safely around electrical outlets.

Here’s a short video tutorial that shows how to install outlet sealers:

Self-Stick Weather Stripping Adhesive Foam Tape

This foam tape creates a tight seal around doors and windows to block drafts, dust, and moisture. It’s flexible, easy to cut to size, and has a self-adhesive backing that sticks securely to most surfaces. Using it helps improve comfort indoors and reduce heating and cooling costs.

Here’s a quick video tutorial (with a similar product) that shows how to measure, cut, and apply it:

Self-Adhesive V Seal Weather Stripping

A V-seal draught excluder creates a snug, spring-like seal along the edges of doors and windows to block drafts, dust, and moisture. Its flexible V-shaped design compresses when the door or window closes, making it ideal for uneven gaps. It’s easy to cut to size and typically features a self-adhesive backing for quick installation on most surfaces. Using it helps improve indoor comfort, reduce energy loss, and lower heating and cooling costs.

Here’s a brief video tutorial that shows how to measure, cut, and apply it: