Power and Energy in the Home – Discover how making simple changes in your energy consumption habits can save money. The electric grid works so well, Americans often think about it only when they receive their electric bills, or in those rare instances when there is a power outage.īy taking the time to learn more about the grid, you can learn how we as consumers fit into the big picture, and how we can reduce our own home energy costs. The grid is a complex network of people and machinery working around the clock to produce and deliver electricity to millions of homes across the nation. Each time you flick a light switch or press a power button, you enjoy the benefits of the nation's incredible electric grid.