By implementing these ideas, you will be saving the environment and your budget.
Use LED light bulbs
Light-emitting diode bulbs (LEDs) consume up to 80% less energy than traditional incandescent bulbs. LEDs are more expensive, but you will need to purchase far less bulbs over time as they last longer than traditional bulbs. These bulbs will save you money long-term because you will consume less energy and purchase fewer bulbs.
Use ENERGY STAR Appliances
Like LEDs, energy efficient appliances do have higher purchase prices but can help you save more money than the cost of the appliance. To ensure you’re looking at an energy efficient appliance, make sure the appliance has an ENERGY STAR label. The ENERGY STAR is the trusted, US government-backed symbol for energy efficiency. This label was established to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and other pollutants caused by the inefficient use of energy.
Use Smart Power Strips
Normal power strips will allow many electronic devices to remain in stand-by mode which still use power. These are devices such as computers, plasma tvs, cable boxes, and game consoles. Smart power strips cost the same as normal power strips and will turn these devices off instead of letting them linger in stand-by mode. Over time, your new power strip will pay for itself.
Install a smart thermostat
Smart thermostats can save you 12% on heating costs and 15% on cooling costs. You can program set temperatures for different times a day. Most smart thermostats allow you to control the temperature from your phone using wifi in your home.
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