Some more examples for Energy Conservation
1. Use a programmable thermostat with your air conditioner.
Or turn up the temperature setting on your standard thermostat while you are gone. Even a few hours can make a difference in your utility bill.
2. Replace all your light bulbs with compact fluorescent lighting.
If you live in a 2000 sq. ft. home, in a year’s time, you could save 1500 kWh and $200! These bulbs can last 3-5 years!
3. Inspect your duct system – cool your home not your attic.
Contact your local utility for information about inspection and duct repairs.
4. Check your attic insulation.
Adding some could help on cooling costs. Also check you door’s weather stripping.
5. Turn it off.
Whether it’s turning off lights, or shutting down your computer when it’s not in use, over time, these small efforts can save you big energy dollars.
posted by Moon Shadow @ 7:05 AM
1 Comments:
I like the practical individual solutions. Sometimes, discussions on global warming seem so GLOBAL that individuals can easily accept the dark reality as a matter for fact and fate. But given solutions that we each hold within our hands not only gives us a part to play, it also removes any cover from our personal in-action.
Great blog.
Larry Mitchell
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