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Make Every Day Earth Day
Making an effort to help save Mother Earth is a great way to get involved, but it shouldn't only be the focus one day a year.
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» Insulate your attic floor or top-floor ceiling to a minimum of R-49 for these spaces. R-values or numbers indicate the resistance of an insulation material to heat flow. The higher the R-number, the more effective the insulating capability. | |
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» Buy a high-efficiency water heater. When you need a new water heater, purchase a unit with a high Energy Factor (EF) rating. EF ratings—such as those of .91 and above—correspond with greater efficiency. The higher the rating, the more efficiently the | |
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» When buying a dishwasher, look for an energy-efficient model with air power and/or overnight dry settings. These features automatically turn off the dishwasher after the rinse cycle. This can save you up to 10 percent of your dishwashing energy costs | |
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» Use compact fluorescent bulbs. They produce about three to four times as much light per watt as incandescent bulbs. While compact fluorescents are initially more expensive, they last up to 10 times longer. | |
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» Take showers rather than tub baths, but limit both your showering time and the water flow if you want to save energy. | |
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