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  • 1.  How to make your Home Energy Efficient: Part 2

    Posted 03-26-2022 10:31 AM
    • Swap to more energy efficient alternatives. You can switch all lightbulbs to LEDs which use 75% less energy than traditional bulbs. LEDs bulbs last longer than other alternatives and can also save money in the long run.

    • Use Smart Meter: This will help identify any areas in the home that are using excess power and improve awareness of the overall energy consumption.

    • Invest in Solar Energy: Adding solar panels to your home can significantly improve the energy efficiency of your home and bring down your energy cost in the long run.

    • Ensure that existing appliances and fittings are working to the best of their ability. This will help increase the life expectancy of your appliances.

    • Thermal insulation: Insulate hot water pipes and tanks. This means that less of the heat being created leaks out into the surrounding area.


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    Felix Okene
    QA/QC Engineer
    najiteokene@gmail.com
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  • 2.  RE: How to make your Home Energy Efficient: Part 2

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    Posted 03-29-2022 11:19 AM
    Thanks so much for sharing, Felix. This is so important!

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    Ella Nielsen
    Membership & Online Community Intern
    American Solar Energy Society
    Boulder CO
    enielsen@ases.org
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