Recent 90-degree-plus days in the nation’s East tested the endurance of even those who thrive on sultry weather. As household electric meters spin at warp speed, how can you rein in energy costs and remain as comfortable as possible?
-add insulation to ensure a well-sealed house
-install an Energy Star-rated programmable thermostat
-replace furnace/air-conditioning filters regularly
-close blinds, curtains and shades on the sunny side of the house
-use energy-efficient lights that don’t produce a lot of heat
-turn off lights when you leave a room
-replace older air conditioners or central-air systems
-use a ceiling fan to create a cool breeze and keep air circulating
-take lukewarm showers and baths to avoid humid air, which holds heat
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Really nice tips! We need to all do our part to conserve energy. Engaging yourselves in an environmental awareness activity is really an act that should be shared with others. It is a good deed indeed for many of us inhabitants of the planet earth. I hope lots of people will mirror this act and also share it to youngsters.
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