Ways to Save Energy #2

Here are some more ways to save energy:

• Plant a tree. One well-placed tree can reduce 25% of cooling costs.


• When planting trees, place leafy shade tree to the south and west, and evergreens to the north.


• Use cellular shades for your home or office.


• A ceiling fan should blow down in the winter and up in the summer.


• Set your ceiling fan to on rather than auto.


• Make sure your window air conditioner is proper size.


• Vacumm registers and vents regurlary.


• Raise the thermostat to about 78-80 degrees when you go to bed or leave the house.


• If your home can't accomodate central air conditioning, try a whole-house attic fan.


• During the winter, remove window air conditioning and seal the windows with caulk and weathering strips.

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