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-Converting your home to green energy ​can provide numerous benefits to you as the home owner, as well as, to the environment and future generationsIn this articleyou will learn how to incorporate greener ​energy ​into your home, which will save you a considerable amount ​of money and reduce ​your carbon footprint.[[http://en.netlog.com/crawfordellison/​blog/​blogid=20887913|Steel Decking Types]]+Every day, many people waste tons of energy, while using many things in their home. Whether it's through simple appliances or water usagepeople waste energy ​at home, rather than using green energy. Here is a bit of advice that will help you make use of green energy in your own home.[[http://enigmapedia.com/index.php?​title=Ways_You_Can_Use_Green_Energy_To_Power_Your_Home|Comflor80]]
  
 +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.
  
-You do not have to spend a lot to be green energy ​consumer. You can just change your habits and be green. You can certainly save big by driving ​the speed limit and not over use your gas pedalYou can save as much as 20 percent on gas if you just follow those two rules.+In order to save extra energy around the house, be sure to set your electronics ​to a power-saving mode when not using them. A power-saving mode will reduce the amount of energy ​spent by the deviceThis way, you can save energy and cut down the cost of the electric bill.
  
-Using green energies is not an excuse ​to use more energy than you really needDo not forget ​to turn the lights off when you leave a room and putting on a sweater instead of turning the heat upEven if green energies are cheaper, you should still do your best to save as much energy as you can.+[[http://​saintpaulrfp.com/​story.php?​title=comflor80-in-your-design|comflor 80 corus]] If you are trying to save on your electricity bill, try to use your ceiling fan more in the summerA ceiling fan can help to make any room feel about 10 degrees cooler, ​and it costs much less to run than an air conditioner doesYou will be saving money and also using less electricitymeaning ​you're doing something great for the environment.
  
-Use less energy for cooking ​your meals by baking several items together. You can bake cakes, bread and pies once each week and avoid heating your oven very oftenMaking larger batches of food on top of the stove also helps. You can make large pots of soups and stews, and freeze some for microwaving later.+Simply cleaning or changing the filter on your furnace ​can cut electricity costs significantlyToo much dirt or dust built up in the vents can make more heat necessary to warm the house. It only takes a short amount ​of time to clean these, and you will notice the change in your bills!
  
-[[http://​tukipedia.tuquito.org.ar/​index.php?​title=What_Is_Green_Energy?​_Learn_About_It_Here!|Steel Decking Institute]] Geothermal heating may be something for you to consider. If you live in the right kind of area, you are going to be able to take advantage of the heat that the earth naturally produces. These pumps will use that natural energy to heat and cool your home. Contact your local heating contractor ​to learn more about this process.+A significant green energy initiative is to is having a professional do a home energy audit. These professionals ​will assess ​your home and find areas where you can save money and conserve energySome power companies even offer this service for free to help reduce the impact of their customers on their energy supply.
  
-When finishing up your work for the day, turn off your home office equipment including your computerThese modern work machines eat up lot of energyeven when not in useTaking ​the initiative ​to shut them down completely can save a lot of energy ​and money for you!+[[http://​wiki.gdite.mx/​index.php?​title=Green_Energy_Tips_That_Can_Save_You_A_Fortune!|comflor 80]] If you have tank-style water heater that you aren't prepared to replace yetconserve electricity or natural gas by lowering its thermostatBy changing ​the thermostat from the factory-set 140 degrees ​to 120 degrees, the heater requires 6 to 10 percent less energy ​to keep your water hot.
  
-One key energy-saving tip that all homeowners would be wise to implement is to insulate ​your water heater tanksgreat deal of heat can be lost if a tank is not well insulatedresulting in higher-energy consumption Makes sure you wrap your tank to help keep your water warm.+If you are planning ​to go green in your home, you may want to consider contacting ​your utility provider to learn about your optionsThey may have some great suggestions for you look into. If they do not have the options for youthey can direct ​you to where you can find them.
  
-Electric vehicles ​are a great investment when it comes to green technology ​and helping ​the environmentEven though they can cost thousands of dollars ​more than regular vehicles of the same type the benefits in the end are much more rewarding. You save a lot of money on gas and you help out the environment a lot as well.+If your exhaust fans are more than five years old, consider replacing them with newer more efficient models. Each year you should examine each exhaust fan in your home for damage ​and replace ​the filterA damaged exhaust fan uses more energy and changing ​the filter allows ​the fan to work more efficiently.
  
-Invest in a tankless water heaterRather than a standard water heater, which is working 24 hours a day, a tankless water heater provides hot water only when you need itThis will save you about $100 to $200 per year, up to 50% less than the cost of running a standard water heater.+[[http://​www.youdoze.com/​story.php?​title=comflor80-for-your-construction|Comflor80]] Cut down on electricity by hanging at least some of your clothes outdoors to dry. The sun and wind can dry them quickly and your clothes will smell fresher ​when you bring them inBedding and towels can make your dryer run a long time and they are easy to hang outdoors.
  
-If you are looking ​to live more green and eco friendly life, try micro hydropower systemThese devices will use the current running ​water in your home through a turbine to produce energywhich is both renewable ​and better for the environment. Try this alternative if you're looking to reduce your dependence on fossil fuels.+Too often, the water heater allows water to reach scalding temperature when trying to take showerTry turning the maximum heat on the water heater down by twenty degrees, and you will see a definite decrease in electricity costs. Tankless water heaters are another green energy option for anyone.
  
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-As you can seethere are many different types of "green energy"​ technologies. Because there are so many options, there is bound to be a way to put "green energy"​ to work for you, while doing your part for the future of the planet. Use the information ​that you've learned in this article, in order to make an informed choice for your personal energy needs.+