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| − | Install solar panels on your roof for a greener, more environmentally friendly home. Adding solar panels does require a significant investment amount up front, but the cost savings of using solar power over several years will more than make up for it. After your panel is installed, you can get solar energy for free and you could also sell a part of the power to electric companies.
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| − | Rather than using standard batteries for your electronics, switch to rechargeable versions. Traditional batteries can harm the environment after they're thrown away. Save yourself some money and do the environment a favor when you recharge your batteries. Choosing rechargeable batteries over traditional types will save you a lot of money over time.
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| − | Spend time in order to learn the difference between passive and active solar power. Passive power is used immediately and is cheaper, but active power has the ability to store energy for later use. You need to install solar panels and systems if you want active solar power. While passive is simply using the sun to store thermal energy inside your walls to heat your home with.
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| − | Think about upgrading your home cooling and heating system to a system that is geothermal. Alternate HVAC systems require underground pipes that have water and refrigerant. These pipes are connected to the geothermal system which heats or cools your home. The underground environment is much more stable than outside air temperatures and this makes the operation of HVAC systems predictable.
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| − | Light wall colors can also help save energy. Dark walls tend to cause more energy usage as you try to brighten up the room, making your home less "green." By opting for light-colored walls, your home will feel lighter naturally, reducing your dependence on energy-consuming lights and saving you money.
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| − | A great way to conserve energy at home is by setting your thermostat to 60 degrees if you are not at your house or if you are sleeping. At 60 degrees, your home uses far less energy than keeping the temperature higher. The rewards include more money in your pocket and a more environmentally sound approach to energy management.
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| − | Opt out of snail mail where possible, and choose to get bills and notices by email. Going paperless can help the environment in many ways. This will help the businesses you deal with cut down on energy costs, and it will also save you a lot of money on energy costs too. An added bonus is that everyone benefits by the protection of our environment.
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| − | [http://urban-green-energy.info/what-is-green-energy.php go now], [http://urban-green-energy.info/ check this link right here now] Clean or replace the filters on your furnace once each year, and check once a month to see if they need to be cleaned. Warm-air registers can also benefit from filters. This can prevent anything from getting caught in the ducts.
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| − | By weatherizing your home, you can improve its energy efficiency. Ideas to help weatherize your home include adding insulation, sealing furnace ducts and installing energy efficient windows. The lower energy use will also reduce your energy bill!
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| − | [http://urban-green-energy.info/renewable-green-energy.php renewable green energy] Simple things like changing furnace filters, light bulbs and thermostats can make big energy differences. Show other people how easy being green is. Remember these tips and start using them today.
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