Nov
6
2009
Saving you money for life tip: Reduce energy use
Author: Denise ManciniEveryone seems to be “going green” these days, but it’s not just a trend that will pass. It’s a choice that not only helps the environment, but helps you save money too. And who doesn’t like to save money?
Reducing energy use is one of the best ways to go green and save money. According to the RenewablePlanet.com, there are 10 easy ways to reduce energy use:
- Insulate and Ventilate – Properly installed insulation can keep in heat during winter months and air conditioning during hot summer days.
- High-efficiency appliances – These appliances use significantly less electricity. They cost more at first, but in the long run they’ll save you a lot of money.
- Fluorescent lighting –This kind of lighting uses much less electricity than traditional lighting and it lasts much longer.
- Reduce phantom power – When items such as your TV, computer and lamps are not being used, they should be turned off to reduce energy waste. Wasted energy can total almost 25 percent of a home’s energy bill.
- Reduce home temperature – Lower your home’s temperate by a couple degrees. This will ensure that little heat is wasted.
- Use water efficiently – Cut back on wasted shower/bath time, and use a low-flow shower head. This can cut water consumption almost in half.
- Change furnace filters – A clean furnace filter will allow the furnace to operate more efficiently.
- Avoid batteries – Only use batteries when you have to. When you do, it’s best to use rechargeable batteries that can be recharged by the sun.
- Buy items locally – The further a product has to travel before it gets to you, the more energy it has consumed along the way.
- Walk, bike, use public transportation – Reducing the amount of time you spend driving you car, reduces the amount of gas you use.
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