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> Need some relief from rising energy costs? Check out the details of Alaska Housing Finance Corp.'s home weatherization and energy rebate program. Several downloadable Extension publications also can help save you money on fuel bills. Tips on Insulating an Existing Home provides a number of energy-saving ideas and suggestions on how to evaluate which housing items are most worthy of energy-efficient retrofits. Is heating with wood right for you? Check out the resources on Extension's Wood Energy website. Also, read about how your home can benefit from Passive Solar Heating or the basics of Active Solar Heating.

> Consider stretching the food budget by raising vegetables this summer. Don't have a garden spot? Vegetables can also be grown on a sunny deck, windowsill or balcony. All you'll need are some containers, a soil mixture and seeds. Check out details in Raising Vegetables in Mini Gardens. If you're still putting a garden in, consider warming soil temperatures through Raised Bed Gardening and suggestions from the popular guide, 16 Easy Steps to Gardening in Alaska.

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