The old saying “never put off until tomorrow what you can do today” is often as true for energy conservation as it is for any other thing. Big projects, for instance a furnace upgrade or adding insulation, is usually expensive and may take some time to accomplish. However, there are a number of easy, low-cost measures you can take that will lower your energy costs starting today.
5 Approaches to Start Saving Energy Right now
1. Adjust the thermostat. Adjusting temperatures in the evening or when you’re not at home to spend less on heating and cooling is probably the most effective ways to reduce your energy bills. For those who have a Wi-Fi programmable thermostat, you can program it to match your schedule or easily adjust temperatures remotely utilizing your mobile device.
2. Change a light-bulb. Those old incandescent bulbs are burning up your energy budget, literally, wasting most of their energy as heat. High-efficiency LEDs use 75% less energy and last considerably longer. It only takes a quick trip to your local retailer.
3. Cook up energy savings. While you make dinner tonight, take into consideration how you’re using energy. Cover pots and pans; food will cook quicker. Match pots and pans to the size of the burner and ensure the burners are clean. Heat foods in the microwave whenever you can; it’s more energy efficient than when using the stove-top or range.
4. Pull the plug. Many electronic devices consistently draw power when you’re not using them. Unplug chargers when they’re not charging anything. Also, pull the plug on electric devices in your home that get little use. Advanced power strips are really a smart upgrade. They automatically cut power to devices not in use, while quickly powering them back up when you need them.
5. Air dry your laundry. Doing laundry? Have you thought to air dry your clothes? It can save you on the cost to run the dryer and air drying can really help keep your clothes looking new today, and tomorrow.
Take a closer look at your home and your lifestyle and you will probably likely find more ways to conserve energy. Are lights left on in empty rooms? Do you actually need that 20-minute shower? A couple of small changes can certainly make a huge difference.
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