Gen Z Utility Terms
We’re talking energy.
How many of these slang words do you know?
We know a word or two when it comes to slang. Before you cringe, we’re just sharing some of our faves – with an energy twist. How many of these words (and energy tips) do you know?
Stan (v.): To be an obsessive fan of something
We stan smart energy habits.😍
Turning off lights when you leave the room? We love to see it.
Slap (v.): To be impressive or excellent
My new smart thermostat slaps.🔥
Comfy temps, lower costs, and eco-friendly vibes? Smart thermostats hit different.
Sus (adj.): Suspicious or sketchy
Not using a power strip is sus behavior.🤨
Leaving everything in your home plugged into outlets wastes energy and lowkey kills the vibe. Use a smart power strip instead.
Tea (n.): Hot gossip or insider info
We’ve got the tea on energy bill savings.☕
You can find info on everything from money-saving rebates to energy-saving tips on duke-energy.com.
Flex (n.): A boast, brag or something impressive
That new energy-efficient air purifier is a major flex.💪
Serve style and savings with smart home tech and sleek appliances at great prices. That’s the tea.
Cap (n.) A lie / lying.
Did you really just say energy-efficiency doesn’t matter? That’s cap.🧢
Every energy-efficient upgrade can make a difference, for real.
Slay (v.): To excel or succeed
She just installed new ENERGY STAR appliances. She’s slaying.✨
If your current appliances are a little sus, it might be time to flex some new energy-efficient upgrades.
Bet (phr.): Agreed, Let’s do it
Want to start saving energy? Bet.🤝
Start with one thing (like switching to cold laundry cycles) and go from there. We’ll back you up with tips, tools, and perks.