Energy Conservation Tips and Techniques

Energy saving guidelines that lower your energy costs.

Painless tips on how to save money on your electric bill.

The only difference you'll notice will be the extra cash in your pocket.

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Save energy, money and the environment. Easy techniques to reduce the amount you spend on utility and electric bills.

Energy Conservation Tips and Techniques for the Home

In the Kitchen ~ Energy Conservation Tips and Techniques

• Eat by candlelight occasionally, even the kids can get into it.



• Slow cookers, electric fry pans and electric kettles use less power than the stove top or oven.



• Use the toaster oven for small items rather than heating the big oven.

Laundry Day ~ Energy Conservation Tips and Techniques

Wash your clothes in cold water (studies show that hot water has little benefit). And only full loads at a time. Use the cool cycle as much as possible on your dryer. Install a clothes line to dry sheets and other bedding or white cottons. Not only will it reduce your power bill but the sun bleaches your cottons to a crisp white and the fragrance can't be imitated.

Front loading washers use less power, water and detergent and any appliance that displays the energy star logo has been proven in the energy conservation department.

Lighting ~ Energy Conservation Tips and Techniques

Use scented candles in rooms on dark evenings instead of leaving a light on Turn lights off in unused rooms Installing a solar motion sensor light outside will ensure safe passage for your family and guests while discouraging intruders Use fluorescent or LED light bulbs in all light fixtures.

Heat and Hot Water ~ Energy Conservation Tips and Techniques

• Check weather stripping around windows and doors.



• Use a programmable thermostat to automatically turn the heat down at bedtime and when the house is unoccupied it will also turn heat up just before you get up in the morning or return home in the evening.



• Programmable water heaters do much the same as the thermostat, heating water only when it is normally used rather than keeping it hot all day and night.



• Turn heat off (or close registers) and close doors to unused rooms. Same with air conditioning, only heat or cool the main living area.



• Reduce your air conditioning needs by installing ceiling fans and strategically placing fans to keep living areas comfortable.



• To keep the heat in (or out) Insulate doors, windows, floors, ceilings and walls.



• Insulate your hot water tank and pipes by wrapping insulation around them. Keep the thermostat under 120° F (48° C) for safety and savings.

Here are some heating and water heating options that reduce energy costs while keeping you and your water toasty warm.

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General ~ Energy Conservation Tips and Techniques

• Make a solar oven with the kids or grandkids and use it. It's Fun and Educational



• If you'll be away from the T.V., computer, stereo etc. turn it off.



• Laptop computers use much less energy than a desk top.



• Place a 1 litre bottle full of water into the toilet tank if you don't have a water saving variety. This displaces and saves a litre of water for every flush. When it comes time to replace the toilet go with the low water use varieties.



• Awnings over south facing windows can reduce the need for air conditioning in summer.



• Air condition only the rooms in use



• Install a solar roof vent to rid the house of unwanted heat during summer months



• Place foil, shiny side out, in unused windows to keep heat outside in summer.



• Cover unused windows with plastic (specially sold for this purpose) in the winter to reduce heat loss.



• Plant deciduous trees in front of south facing windows. In winter the naked branches allow the sun to warm the house and the leaves in summer provide shade.



• When appliances need to be replaced, buy the most energy efficient ones on the market. From most to least these are the energy sucking appliances: Refrigerator, electric oven, central air conditioning, freezer, washing machine, dryer, electric stovetop and dishwasher



• Drive less and walk, cycle or use public transportation, etc. more



• Carpool or use public transportation more often.



• Consuming local products and foods saves fuel and the environment (transportation)



• Recycling and reusing saves energy and resources.



• Use sturdy fabric reuseable bags to carry groceries.

Tips and strategies for building or remodeling a home to use fewer fossil fuels.

If you're thinking of going solar, reducing energy now can result in significant savings on your solar array.

If you're not thinking of going solar, just enjoy the savings.

energy efficient home design along with conservation modifications can make a significant difference in our energy consumption.

Adding solar further increases independence and decreases pollutants.

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