Did you know that you can use dimmers, motion sensors, or occupancy sensors to automatically turn on or off lighting and prevent energy wastage?
When buying appliances, compare energy labels, not just prices, to make sure you buy an energy efficient unit.
Instead of brightly lighting an entire room, focus your lights where they are needed the most. Fewer lights mean you save energy and money.
Reduce energy used to pump water by turning off the tap when not in use. Save Water, Save Energy, Save Money.
Imagine wasting an entire 5 gallon bottle of water every day just by leaving the water running when you brush your teeth! Save Water, Save Energy, Save Money.
Decide what you want before opening the refrigerator door. Each time the refrigerator door is opened more energy is required to restore the temperature.
Replace incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent lamps or CFLs. CFLs use up to 75% less energy than incandescent bulbs. Same brightness, less energy, more savings.
Replacing a 60 Watt incandescent bulb with a 13 Watt compact fluorescent lamp can save up to nine thousand dollars per year for each bulb replaced.
Replacing outdoor lights such as mercury vapour lamps with compact fluorescent lamps can save up to thirty five thousand dollars per year for each bulb replaced.
Air conditioners set at low temperatures use more energy. Adjust air conditioner temperatures between 23°C and 25°C for a cool but not cold environment.
When selecting an air conditioning unit, keep in mind the size of your room. A properly-sized air conditioner will operate more efficiently and dehumidify more effectively.
Plant trees along the sides of your home most exposed to the sun. This form of shading is a simple inexpensive way to cool your home.
Did you know that activating power management on your computer helps you save energy?