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Energy Efficiency: How to Use Less Energy in your Home and Save Money on Electricity
What is energy consumption?Are you paying too much for your electric bill?Are you potentially harming the environment by the amount of energy you are consuming without even knowing?I will point out some key factors in answering the above questions about energy consumption as well as many more. I will also help you to save money on your electric bill. Get informed; Learn what the energy companies don't want you to know.
11 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 16, 2013
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June 11, 2019
The author had a good idea; it's the execution of that idea that faltered. Here are some of the frustrating problems I found.
1) Using a spell checker tool is what sets the professional from the wannabe.
2) Some of the ideas shared were laughable -- In the 'Water Heating" section, the author suggests washing clothes in cold water. This is fine but he goes on to offer an alternative: 'You can also choose to place the water in the sun in a basin and it will get warm in a matter of time.'
3) The author suggests using solar panels but does not offer the practical info that a consumer would need to determine if the panels would be cost-effective.
* How much does a panel cost; How many will I need?
* Where should the panels be placed (on your property) for maximum energy collection;
* How long will it take to recoup your costs?
* Can the homeowner install these panels him/herself? Is help needed?
* There are plenty of solar panel companies; how do I evaluate a contractor (or whatever is needed);
* The author mentions selling excess power to the energy companies or neighbors. How do I find a buyer for my excess energy?
My favorite cost-cutting strategy (to paraphrase): Turn off the lights in the morning and do not use them again until it is dark outside.
I've just touched the highlights; you get the idea.
1) Using a spell checker tool is what sets the professional from the wannabe.
2) Some of the ideas shared were laughable -- In the 'Water Heating" section, the author suggests washing clothes in cold water. This is fine but he goes on to offer an alternative: 'You can also choose to place the water in the sun in a basin and it will get warm in a matter of time.'
3) The author suggests using solar panels but does not offer the practical info that a consumer would need to determine if the panels would be cost-effective.
* How much does a panel cost; How many will I need?
* Where should the panels be placed (on your property) for maximum energy collection;
* How long will it take to recoup your costs?
* Can the homeowner install these panels him/herself? Is help needed?
* There are plenty of solar panel companies; how do I evaluate a contractor (or whatever is needed);
* The author mentions selling excess power to the energy companies or neighbors. How do I find a buyer for my excess energy?
My favorite cost-cutting strategy (to paraphrase): Turn off the lights in the morning and do not use them again until it is dark outside.
I've just touched the highlights; you get the idea.
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