Save Energy In Your Home - Tips To Save Electricity And Money!
It's no secret that using a lot of electricity in your home is bad for the environment, AND for your bills! That's why in this article we will look into various ways how people can save energy in their own homes.
Instead of using "normal" electricity from the electricity company, there is the possibility to switch to renewable energy as well. Instead of using less energy, you could install a wind power or solar power system and produce your own power. This is by far the most environmental approach, and it can save you a lot of money at the same time!
If we had to choose a renewable energy source that one can easily apply at home, we'd have to say DIY Solar Power is the smart way to go. It is a cost-effective, simple and very clean energy source, so you can help save the environment while you make some money as well.
If renewable energy is "not your thing", there are still a lot of things you can do to lower your use of "normal", fossil energy, and therefore save the environment and some money:
1. Light bulbs: A big opportunity to save electricity is by using CFL (fluorescent light) bulbs. If you compare them to conventional light bulbs, CFL bulbs use way less energy. Use them any time you can, and you will soon notice that your energy bill will drop significantly! Of course this means you are using less electricity, so this benefits nature.
2. Cars: One word: Hybrid! But we know that's not yet for everyone unfortunately.. In the mean time, if you use your car, please pay attention to your air conditioner. Setting your airco to a low setting will greatly reduce the amount of electricity it uses.
3. Washers: Now be honest, do you always wait with your washings until you have a full load? Or do you tend to just let the machine run whenever you need that special pink dress you like.. You probably know this, but your washer is a big energy waster. So only use it if you have a full load of clothes to wash.
4. Computer: There are lots of people (you maybe?) that leave their computer monitor switched on, even when they switch off the computer itself. Of course this is absolutely unnecessary. What's more easy then switching off your monitor when you don't use it? And you'd be surprised at the amount of electricity you can save when you remember to do this.
Conclusion: Although there are many ways you can "tweak" your normal energy use and bring it back to a cheaper, environment-friendly level, still the best way is switching to a renewable energy source. If you are up to it, we definitely recommend you to check it out.
Instead of using "normal" electricity from the electricity company, there is the possibility to switch to renewable energy as well. Instead of using less energy, you could install a wind power or solar power system and produce your own power. This is by far the most environmental approach, and it can save you a lot of money at the same time!
If we had to choose a renewable energy source that one can easily apply at home, we'd have to say DIY Solar Power is the smart way to go. It is a cost-effective, simple and very clean energy source, so you can help save the environment while you make some money as well.
If renewable energy is "not your thing", there are still a lot of things you can do to lower your use of "normal", fossil energy, and therefore save the environment and some money:
1. Light bulbs: A big opportunity to save electricity is by using CFL (fluorescent light) bulbs. If you compare them to conventional light bulbs, CFL bulbs use way less energy. Use them any time you can, and you will soon notice that your energy bill will drop significantly! Of course this means you are using less electricity, so this benefits nature.
2. Cars: One word: Hybrid! But we know that's not yet for everyone unfortunately.. In the mean time, if you use your car, please pay attention to your air conditioner. Setting your airco to a low setting will greatly reduce the amount of electricity it uses.
3. Washers: Now be honest, do you always wait with your washings until you have a full load? Or do you tend to just let the machine run whenever you need that special pink dress you like.. You probably know this, but your washer is a big energy waster. So only use it if you have a full load of clothes to wash.
4. Computer: There are lots of people (you maybe?) that leave their computer monitor switched on, even when they switch off the computer itself. Of course this is absolutely unnecessary. What's more easy then switching off your monitor when you don't use it? And you'd be surprised at the amount of electricity you can save when you remember to do this.
Conclusion: Although there are many ways you can "tweak" your normal energy use and bring it back to a cheaper, environment-friendly level, still the best way is switching to a renewable energy source. If you are up to it, we definitely recommend you to check it out.
About the Author:
About the author: For 15 years, Matthew S. Leverton has been a spokesman for renewable energy. You're welcome to read more about his opinions on DIY Solar Power
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