Solar furnaces are another great way to use the power from Power Efficiency Guide Review the sun. A series of mirrors funnels the heat from the sun to the furnace into a fine point. The amount of energy produced is very high in temperature and it can be used to make electricity, or even in the creation of hydrogen fuel. The cost of continually heating and cooling a home seems to increase. Figure in the cost of water and lighting, and you may find yourself deeply stressed when you read your utility bills each month. Here are some recommendations for bringing down these expenses.
Use your heat and air conditioning less often by keeping setting your thermostat cooler in the winter and warmer in the summer. Keep your thermostat set at 67 degrees in the winter and at no lower than 79 degrees in the summer. Lower the setting on your water heater, but not to less than 115 degrees. Contact your local utility company and ask if they offer free energy audits.
You'll find out where your home is allowing energy to escape and what you can do to make your home more energy efficient. The utility company may also offer rebate programs that can lower the cost of your energy adjustments, or you may meet requirements for a low interest home energy loan to fund your energy adjustments such as putting in a more efficient heating and cooling system.
Ask your utility company if they have an energy saving program. For example, some utility companies automatically shut off your appliances during peak hours. Replace your toilet with an energy-efficient one that that uses less water. Also, replace older shower heads with newer, lower-flow shower heads. Make your home more energy efficient by caulking, making use of weather stripping, and adding insulation, each of which are relatively simple projects you can do yourself.
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