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-Using green energy in our homes is an excellent way to help our world stay clean and livable. The problem most people face is that they don't know how to change their home so that it's more environmentally sound. The tips in this article will help you to make the changes necessary to green your energy, for good![[http://blogs.rediff.com/tipsandtricks/2013/02/25/how-bio-diesel-is-transforming-the-globe-of-green-energy/|Comdek Steel Deck]]
+Did you know that green energy can help you to pay less for your electric and gas bills? You can also use less money in cleaning products. Green energy can help you save a lot of money, if you know the right ways to use it wisely. Here are a few ways that you can use green energy today.[[http://www.flipsnack.com/FE6AF758B7A/ftu9q1td|Steel Deck]]
-Try using cold water in the washing machine whenever it is possible. 90% of the energy used by washing machines is for heating up water. Because of this, using warm water will just increase your monthly utility bill and decrease the amount of money you have at the end of the month.
+If you are planning to go greener, you should consider fixing any taps that are leaking. Doing this will decrease the amount of water you use, and as a result, you will have more hot water in your home. This can really help if you are struggling to have enough warm water in the shower.
-Take advantage of the wind. The cleanest source of alternative energy is wind energy. It can even cut your electric bill by up to 90 percent. You can run an energy audit before you determine what size turbine you'll need, but most houses require 5 to 15 kilowatts to produce 780 kilowatt-hours per month. month.
+You may think you are saving money by unplugging your laptop from the power cord when it is charged. Only problem is, if the AC adapter is still plugged into the outlet, it is still continuously drawing out energy. Make sure you plug the AC adaptor and other devices into an energy efficient power strip to keep this from happening.
-Natural sources of energy can be unpredictable, which is why you should always have a back-up plan. Find out more about net-metering plans: in most towns, you will be allows to hook your system to the main power grid and use it when there is not enough sun or wind for your green energy solution to function properly.
+A good way to begin your quest for green energy is to use alternative sources to heat your home. While wood stoves have been relied upon for countless years, the newer trend is toward pellet stoves. The pellets are composed of compressed sawdust and take up far less space than a wood-pile.
-To help you use more green energy in your day to day life, contact your current energy or electricity provider to see if they offer a renewable-energy alternative. Many energy companies are beginning to offer environmentally sound, even higher priced energy services to cater to more socially conscious individuals.
+In certain areas, you might be able to sell your power to the main grid. Call your power supplier to find out more about their policies. If your home is too small to justify investing in a wind turbine, you could get your money back quicker by selling part of your power.
-A very easy and cheap way to save on your high energy bills is to try installing some low flow shower heads and faucets. Switching from the standard, 2.5 gallon/minute shower heads, to the low flow 1.5 gallon/minute ones, can help you save a lot with your hot water energy costs.
+Install timers, motion sensors, or sound sensors on lamps, lights and other electrical devices to automate their functions. Such sensors are ideal if you have a hard time remembering to turn off the lights, and because they conserve energy, they can save you a significant amount of your power bill.
-[[http://saffi111.livejournal.com/3528.html|Comflor Facebook]] To help lessen the amount of energy used in your home, consider purchasing a new energy-efficient water heater. Although it will probably cost you more at first than a regular water heater, the savings you will get from energy will continue over the lifetime of the appliance. Seek out water heaters that have ENERGY STAR and Energy Guide labels to help you make a good choice.
+[[http://member.thinkfree.com/myoffice/show.se?f=d81955e8df857445dd9335e738774a1e|Steel Deck]] If you want to conserve energy, adjust your air conditioning unit so that it is set two degrees higher in the summer and two degrees lower in the winter. You will probably not be able to tell that you have changed it, but taking that step will save you on your monthly bill and bring down your carbon emissions.
-While it makes sense to change from traditional light bulbs to energy-saving light bulbs you should wait until your old ones are all burned out. It is not a good idea to throw away perfectly good bulbs in order to make the switch since that would be a way to waste energy as well.
+If you are in the process of, or planning to, design your own home, you can build some green energy sources right into your home from the beginning. Start by looking for land that has a water source such as a creek or room for wind turbines. Another good idea is to choose a roof with solar panels built in. You can even position them to get the most out of sunlight.
-Choose a green gas source to heat your home. This type of gas has a net zero impact on changes to the climate on our planet. You can often purchase this type of gas directly from your electric company, though you will pay a premium to do so. The benefits to the environment can be worth the extra cost though, and the more people who subscribe the less expensive this option will become.
+Get an energy audit of your home. Having your home inspected by a professional is the best way to find out how you could adopt alternative sources of energy. In some cases, the sun or wind exposure is simply not high enough to justify investing in alternative sources of power.
-It is easy to live green,and still enjoy technology just by making small changes. Make your laptop more energy efficient simply by changing your wall paper. Using a dark or black wall paper, and screen saver uses less energy. This small amount of energy saved will add up over time, especially if you have more than one computer in the home.
+Find out more about ground source heat pumps. These pumps are located under your home and pump the natural heat of the earth to keep you warm. This system can be costly but the pumps use very little power and can last up to fifty years. Invest in this system if you are going to stay in a home for decades.
-If you can not afford to get new windows that are more energy efficient, be sure to invest in some good shades. During the summer months, cover the windows during the day to keep the sun out. In the winter months, leave the window covers open to let the sun heat up the rooms; close them at night though to help keep the cold out.
+Contact your current energy provider and see if they offer an option for you to use renewable-energy sources. Many providers harness renewable energy through solar or wind power and therefore, have this option available for their clients. However, you should keep in mind that this may cost a little bit extra.
-[[http://www.viewdocsonline.com/document/kpbyu7|Comflor Stage Electrics]] After reading this article, what do you think? Do you see how green energy can benefit you in a number of ways? Why not try these green energy tips for a while, and see how well they work? Go through each tip and implement it in your home, and you will soon realize that green energy is good for you and your life.
+[[http://www.lokimun.com/read_blog/77488/green-energy-ideas-you-can-use-in-your-home|Steel deck]] As this article has previously discussed, it is clear that green energy and environmental efficiency are of greater importance today than ever before. If you are aware of the alternatives and solutions out there, living a green life is much easier than you think. Apply this article's advice and you can live a green lifestyle too.

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