Energy efficiency choices can reduce energy bills by a third with similar reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. 17% of end use energy in the United States is consumed by heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. $18 billion in energy cost is lost to poor operation. Here are some steps that you can take in your home or office to reduce energy consumption
- Adjust thermostat to 70 degress in the winter and 76 degress in the summer
- Turn lights off when you leave the room
- Disconnect lights in vending machines
- Turn off office equipment when it is not in use
- Reduce hot water heater temperature to 120 degrees if allowable
- Keep doors and windows closed
- Turn off motorvehicles when not in use or elminate idling times
- Purchase energy star appliances and enable energy star settings
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