Conserving Energy- The Need Of Every Home.

Definitely, conserving energy would help us to live in a more energy efficient and happy home

. The first step that we should take to start conserving energy is to make sure ones home has proper insulation. A home with proper insulation is a much better place to live and is also more energy friendly. In addition an well-insulated house pays in the form of increased property value also.

Yes, you are right; you will be saving energy by opting to use compact fluorescent bulbs or halogen lamps in place of incandescent bulbs, thereby conserving energy up to 3 times. In addition conserving energy is effected by use of low emission coated windows that lets in more light and keeps the heat down. Besides, shading room air-conditioners and planting trees helps conserving energy on air-conditioning.

Do prepare for conserving energy by setting the thermostat a few degrees lower during winter months and a few degrees higher in summer and having an annual tune-up of ones central air-conditioning system done. In addition seal and insulate leaky ducts, clean and replace filters and close and open foundation vents in winter and summer respectively for conserving energy. Ceiling fans help cool summers and promote heating in winters by conserving energy.

Keep your refrigerator away from heating sources and make sure to see its doors are well sealed for conserving energy. Do run dishwasher, washing machine and dryer only when it is full for conserving energy. In addition, cleaning the dryer lint filter before you put in a new load and warm or cold water to wash clothes helps conserving energy up to 85%.

Yes, you are right and should be successful conserving energy by switching off appliances, lights and fans when not in use. Switching off computer monitor and the stereo devices, as well as power saving monitors, adjusting the brightness and contrast options of the monitor or laptops help in saving energy. Besides servicing of all appliances and gadgets annually make them energy efficient. Conserving energy is possible by eliminating use of dryers or using solar dryers or drying rack during the summer months.

Do be smart in conserving energy on vehicles like cars, motorcycles and vans by sticking to the manufacturer's guidelines regarding the octave levels and considering purchase of alternative fuel vehicles while buying new ones. Adhere to speed limits, avoiding quick starts and stops to conserve energy. Keeping ones vehicles well maintained by keeping changing filters and oil regularly and using overdrive gears and cruise control helps in conserving energy even on highways.

Do enjoy a bicycle ride or bus ride with the advantage of exercise, social contacts and conserving energy. Combining errands and trips could help in conserving energy. One can conserve energy by avoiding unnecessary waste of fuel by switching off the engine when one has to wait at traffic signals. In addition one would be saving energy by keeping to the speed limit of 60 miles an hour. Besides remove unnecessary things from the trunk and top of the car as load and wind resistance will stand in the way of conserving energy.

To conclude, conserving energy helps one to live green. We are only accountable for conserving energy and making the earth a better place to live in by saving energy and money. So dear folks, just buckle your purse by following different tips for conserving energy

by: Allen Jesson

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