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In this day and age, two things that definitely need improving are the economy and the environment. You can improve your personal economy and help the environment at the same time by converting many of the technologies in your home to green energy. Read on for some great advice on how to accomplish this.



When building your home, pay attention to its orientation. An ideal home should be protected against overhead sun during the summer and be oriented so that it gets low-angle sun in the winter. This is a good way to save money on your heating bill and will keep your home cool in the summer.



Don't leave anything on that you aren't using. When you are ready to leave a room, go around and turn off appliances such as computers, televisions, and most importantly, the overhead light. Try using a power strip so you can turn off all of your electronics at once, instead of letting power be wasted in standby mode.






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<h2>These are Tesla’s stunning new solar roof tiles for homes</h2>Tesla founder and CEO Elon Musk wasn’t kidding when he said that the new Tesla solar roof product was better looking than an ordinary roof: the roofing replacement with solar energy gathering powers does indeed look great. It’s a far cry from the obvious and somewhat weird aftermarket panels you see applied to roofs after the fact today. The current versions of the tiles actually have a two percent loss on efficiency, so 98 percent of what you’d normally get from a traditional solar panel, according to Elon Musk. These are Tesla’s stunning new solar roof tiles for homes


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When using a dishwasher to do the dishes, don't let it run unless it's all the way full. No matter how many dishes you have in there, it still uses the same level of energy. Run your dishwasher using the energy-saving mode so that you can air-dry dishes and save energy.



Keep your refrigerator properly maintained. The refrigerator hogs energy, so it should work well. Make a regular habit of removing dust from the refrigerator's heating coils. Make sure door seals are clean and tight.






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<h2>These are Tesla’s stunning new solar roof tiles for homes</h2>Tesla founder and CEO Elon Musk wasn’t kidding when he said that the new Tesla solar roof product was better looking than an ordinary roof: the roofing replacement with solar energy gathering powers does indeed look great. It’s a far cry from the obvious and somewhat weird aftermarket panels you see applied to roofs after the fact today. The current versions of the tiles actually have a two percent loss on efficiency, so 98 percent of what you’d normally get from a traditional solar panel, according to Elon Musk. These are Tesla’s stunning new solar roof tiles for homes


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If switching your home to solar power is beyond your financial capabilities, try switching just one room, like a bedroom, to solar power. There are solar kits available online that can help you green a room, and this will positively affect your energy bills and carbon footprint for years to come.



Are you currently using a wood-burning fireplace to decrease your dependence upon fossil fuels? If so, remember to shut the flue damper very tightly when your fireplace is not being used. If you forget to do this, both warmed or cooled air will easily escape from your house through http://blogs.rediff.com/sledthomas84octavia/2016/11/03/go-environment-friendly-with-these-simple-tips-and-also-techniques/ .






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<h2>World's poorest countries to aim for 100% green energy</h2>

Members of the Climate Vulnerable Forum issued their statement on the last day of the Marrakech climate conference. Bangladesh, Ethiopia, and Haiti, among others, say they will update their national plans on cutting carbon before 2020. The countries involved are keen supporters of keeping the global temperature rise this century under 1.5C, a target agreed during negotiations in Paris last year. World's poorest countries to aim for 100% green energy - BBC News


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Change how you use your electronics to make them more energy efficient and kind to the environment. Batteries on electronics are designed to be used. To keep your battery healthy you have to exercise it by using your electronic not plugged in. It is better for the device and keeping it plugged in after it is fully charged only wastes electricity.



One of the cheapest and easiest ways to make your home more energy efficient is by replacing all of your standard light bulbs with green versions. Not only do such bulbs reduce your energy bill through lower wattage and higher efficiency, but these bulbs are also made to last longer, giving you a two-fold return for your investment.



A high-efficiency furnace becomes far less efficient with a clogged, dirty filter, so change your furnace filters often. This is especially important if you use tightly-woven pleated filters, because the HVAC system must work much harder to draw in air through its tiny openings. Most filters need to be changed or cleaned at least once every 3 months.



To help you increase the amount of green energy you use in your home, try starting by using one room at a time. Powering your home using green energy can be very expensive so if you are in financial hardship, identify the rooms with the most energy usage and start with those first.



Consider a ground-source heat pump for your home. A ground source heat pump makes use of the constant temperature of the ground in order to heat and cool the home. The ground temperature will be warmer than the air in winter but cooler in the summer, making for highly efficient heat exchange.



Keep http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2016-05-25/saudi-arabia-to-revive-its-solar-power-program-at-smaller-scale at all times. By constantly cleaning http://manheat96norbert.soup.io/post/692161765/Do-You-Required-Aid-With-Setting-Up , you aren't allowing dirt to accumulate, which if left alone, you would need to use products with harsh chemicals to clean up. The less often you have to use these environmentally damaging products, the better off everyone will be.



While a lot of people think about implementing green energy choices, most do not take it further than the fleeting thought process. You should now be brimming with ideas on how green energy can be implemented into your home in a cost effective manner.





 
 
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