Article by: Nancy Cullen, the Granola Gran Nancy@granolagran.com granolagran.com When the temperatures start to drop, your home heating needs will quickly rise. As a result, your energy usage and costs rise too. However, it’s possible to keep your home warm without using so much energy. Follow these helpful tips to save both money and energy this winter. Lower Your Thermostat According to the Department of Energy, by setting your thermostat 10 to 15 degrees lower than normal