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Change
your light bulbs to compact fluorescents (CFL)
Clean
or replace air filters on your air conditioning unit at least once a
month.
Adjust
the thermostat a couple of degrees higher in the summer and lower in the
winter.
Caulk
and weather strip all your doors and windows.
Wash
and dry only full loads of laundry and dishes.
Turn
down the thermostat on the water heater to 120 degrees.
Buy
from local vendors it reduces the amount of fuel consumed in transporting
products.
Turn
off electrical equipment and lights when not in use. 75% of all the
electricity consumed in the home is standby power used to keep electronics
running when they are off.
Keep
your car tuned up and tires properly inflated, it will optimize the
performance of your car and keep your gas mileage at its peak.
Plant
trees to shade your home. |