Sunday, October 31, 2010

SAVE ELECTRICITY


There are alot of ways we can all save electricity and money, and save a little piece of our planet while doing so.
  1. Replace ALL bulbs in your home with CFL bulbs (the spiral flourescent bulbs) This can save you thavsands of Rs a year as well as reducing your energy used from the power company, which makes you a little more earth friendly.
  2. Use less air conditioning when possible, This can be achieved by turning your a/c off when your not home (its alot easier to cool a home in 30 minutes than to let the air run for 8 hours while your at work)
  3. Sleep in the dark and quiet! Just by turning the tv and fan off at night.
  4. Turn off outside lighting after 1 am, instead of allowing the lights to run for eight or more hours a night.
  5. Keep the refrigerator door closed, and adjust the thermostat to keep it cold, but not overly cold, try a med-low setting
  6. Adjust your hot water heater down to 70 degrees to save money heating water, also try using as little hot water as possible, washing laundry in cold water, can save you over money a year. Also consider using less hot water in the shower by taking a cooler shower or shortening the time your in. You can also insulate your hot water heater, and water lines, to make them more energy efficient. 
  7. Powered down computers when not in use.
  8. Try using natural lighting when possible through the day, opening the blinds or cutrains whenever you need light, and closing them when you dont.

In The Kitchen

  1. Keep your oven door closed and peek through the window.
  2. Cooking multiple meals at a time can also be helpful
  3. When possible try using a small skillet on a small burner
  4. Remember that a slow boil is just as effective as a pot boiling with furry!
  5. Use a lid when possible to trap heat, and cook food faster
  6. Use your ovens timer and set it to precise times, and use the left over heat to finish curing your food.

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