2026 Daily Energy & Water Tips Calendar
365 free daily tips to lower your bills, reduce your water use, and build household resilience ā one day at a time.
Download your free calendar and import it directly into Apple Calendar, Google Calendar, or Microsoft Outlook. Every day in 2026 becomes a practical, actionable energy or water tip ā no app required, no subscription, no cost.
šÆ Who This Calendar Is For
This calendar was built for California renters and homeowners who want to:
Reduce monthly electricity and water bills
Understand and enroll in programs like CARE, FERA, and LIHEAP
Take steps toward electrification without big upfront costs
Build resilience against outages and rising energy costs
Learn one simple, actionable thing every day
No technical background required. No expensive upgrades needed. Just one tip a day.
š What's Inside
365 all-day calendar events ā one for every day of 2026. Each event includes:
A clear title (up to 15 words) so you know the topic at a glance
A full tip description with context, instructions, and source links
Topics covered across the year:
Theme | Examples |
š” Energy efficiency | LED lighting, smart power strips, appliance standby power |
š Electrification | Portable batteries, induction cooking, heat pump basics |
š§ Water conservation | Low-flow fixtures, leak detection, water heater settings |
š° Bill savings | Time-of-use rates, Budget Billing, energy audits |
š Programs & rebates | CARE, FERA, LIHEAP, IRA tax credits, utility rebates |
āļø Solar & renewables | Community solar, VNEM, home battery readiness |
š Home resilience | Outage prep, emergency water storage, backup power |
š± Sustainability | Carbon footprint, water-energy nexus, seasonal efficiency |
š Sample Tips
Day 1 ā Start the new year with a home energy audit A home energy audit identifies where your home is losing energy and money. Many utilities offer free or subsidised audits for income-qualified households. Contact your utility or visit energyupgradeca.org to get started.
Day 32 ā Check if your household qualifies for CARE The CARE program provides a 20ā35% discount on electricity bills for income-qualified California households. Enrollment is free and takes minutes. Visit your utility's website or call their CARE line to apply today.
Day 182 ā Try a cold water wash cycle About 90% of the energy used to wash clothes goes toward heating the water. Switching to cold-water cycles can save $60 or more per year with no change in cleaning performance for most laundry loads.
Day 274 ā Set your water heater to 120Ā°F Water heaters set above 120Ā°F waste energy and increase the risk of scalding. Lowering to 120Ā°F saves 4ā22% on water heating costs annually and is recommended by the U.S. Department of Energy.
š Universal iCalendar (.ics)
Imports directly into Apple Calendar, Google Calendar, Microsoft Outlook, Fantastical, Thunderbird, and any CalDAV-compatible app.
How to import:
Apple Calendar ā File āø Import
Google Calendar ā Settings āø Import & Export āø Import
Outlook ā File āø Open & Export āø Import/Export āø Import an iCalendar
š Calendar At a Glance
Detail | Value |
Calendar year | 2026 |
Total events | 365 |
Event type | All-day events |
Format | Title + full description |
Compatible apps | Apple Calendar, Google Calendar, Outlook, and more |
Cost | Free |
Created by | Pacific Power & Water Solutions |
ā Frequently Asked Questions
Will this overwrite my existing calendar?
No. The tips import as a separate calendar layer. You can show or hide it at any time, or delete it entirely without affecting your other events.
Can I share this with friends, family, or my community?
Absolutely ā and we encourage it. This calendar is free to share. If you work with a community organization, housing provider, or utility, contact us about bulk distribution.
Is this available in Spanish?
A Spanish-language edition is in development. Enter your email above to be notified when it's released.
Will there be a 2027 edition?
Yes. Enter your email above to be notified when it's ready.
I work for a utility, CBO, or housing organisation. Can we distribute this?
Yes ā we'd love to discuss partnership opportunities.
Email us at info@pacificpowerwatersolutions.com.
