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What's your average kwh?

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Have you lowered your kwh use?

List some tips that helped you reduce the use.biggrin.gif

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There are many ways we can lower our energy use - 

 

1.  Convert to L.E.D. lighting  =) Had to list that first since I sell L.E.D. lighting.

 

2.  Install motion-sensing or timer switches for your lights - so they're not "on" when not in use - especially pantry's!  We tend to forget that we leave lights on - when we can't see them!

 

3.  Ensure that your computer system is set to "sleep" after a period of inactivity - it'll save energy and the computer itself.

 

4.  Turn off your television when you walk away from it!

 

5.  Replace CRT monitors and televisions with LCD style televisions - remember - energy converted to heat is wasted energy and CRTs are little space heaters.

 

6.  Do larger loads of laundry - versus multiple small loads all day.

 

7.  Unplug chargers and electronics that are not in constant use.  This will also reduce a fire hazard.  If every power outlet looks like a snake-pit with multiple power strips, there's a true concern here!

 

8.  Convert to energy efficient appliances.  Many water softeners and heaters are now being designed with computers that keep a record of your usage cycles and use this information to make effective use of electricity.

 

9.  Install sky-lighting if possible - it will reduce the need for overhead & accent lighting in certain areas.

 

10.  Solar panels!! However, these are often investments that are not easily affordable "up front" ..

 

 

Matthew

 

Bright Idea LED, LLC

L.E.D. Retrofit Lighting

COMPANY WEB: www.brightidealed.com

COMPANY EMAIL: mtw@brightidealed.com

PHONE:  (856)823-1453

 
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