torsdag 28 augusti 2008

10 Useful tips to save energy

1. Do not leave any energy using devices turned on
2. Unplug any unused appliances
3. Allow hot food to cool down before putting it inside the Refrigerator
4. Use Fluorescent incandescent bulbs
5. Moderate the volume of any electric devices
6. Use aluminum as light enhancer
7. Clean driveway with broom instead of hose
8. Do not leave refrigerator open
9. Use only what is required
10. Regulate heating and cooling at home

The world is in crisis. There is a shortage of oil which is the most important product in the market. It is one of the most essential material for power, travel and almost all line of production. There are no indications that the price of oil will be back to its original price and it shows no sign of slowing down. The worst part is that the demand for it will just increase in the near future. As the population increase the need for more power is essential. Electricity in every household is the most essential basic services just like water. Without energy most household appliances and equipments would cease to function. That is why there is a need for us to conserve energy.
There are several ways available for you to cut down on your consumption of energy. One way is to replace all light bulbs in your household with incandescent bulbs. This type of bulbs shines more brightly than the older version. In this way you would not require additional lighting bulbs in your household. To compliment this you need to install or surround light bulbs with aluminum. In this way the reflection doubles the lighting capacity by reflecting it. It expands the area covered by light.

When trying to conserve energy also remember not to leave any energy using device turned on. It is a must for you to unplug any appliances if they are not in use because it still uses 20% of energy. The other thing to remember is not to leave the refrigerator open. The fridge uses a lot of energy to cool things. When it is not closed the cooling will surely diminished and it would trigger the refrigerator to produce more cooling effect and therefore consume more electricity. You should also consider of cooling your newly cooked food in room temperature before putting it inside the refrigerator.

You should also remember to use what is only required for a particular activity. When you are watching movies make sure to regulate the volume or minimize it. High volume requires more energy. The other thing to also consider is the heating and cooling of your household. When it is snowing outside do not even try turning on the heater. It consumes a lot of energy. Use the fireplace instead. This will considerably allow you to save on electricity bills. People should also consider of using a broom instead of their hose when cleaning their driveway. In this way they can conserve energy better.

Energy conservation is a must. In this way we could be able to consume less and when we do the demand will be diminished. This will lead to a safer environment with fewer pollutants. In this way we are creating a safe place for our future generations.

1 kommentar:

John McLuvin sa...

Nice saving tips. You might want to check out homemade windmill energy saving tips. They also have some good ones.