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Saving Energy at Home, continued
Other appliances in your home
- Turn off appliances at the power-point when they are not being used.
- Switch on electric blankets about half an hour before you go to
bed and then switch off just before you are in bed.
- Turn off TVs and VCRs at the unit, rather than just using the remote
control.
- Switch off computers and printers at the power-point.
- Ensure your computer’s energy saving “sleep mode” is activated.
- Only run your dishwasher when you have a full load, and use the
lowest suitable temperature setting.
- Use a solar pool heater to heat a swimming pool or spa pool, and
cover with a pool blanket when not in use.
- Keep the swimming pool water temperature less than 27oC.
- Use a timer to turn the filter pump on and off.
- When going on holidays, use timers to switch lights and appliances
on and off, rather than leaving them on all the time.
General Home Tips
- Homes can be built that use less energy.
- Insulation keeps the heat in, and windows can be placed in areas
to keep the heat in or out.
- Some houses now have solar panels for hot water.
- Some electricity companies give you the option of choosing whether
the energy you use comes from burning fossil fuels or from cleaner
energy sources, like wind turbines.
- Check with your local electricity company to see if you can switch
to a cleaner type of energy.
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