How to Save Fuel and Energy Costs
Up to 25%
Save Fuel when Driving
Think about four options:
These are listed in order from easiest to more difficult to achieve. The first two involve a little practice and commitment on your part, but absolutely no money down. Only money saved. There are now some helpful smartphone apps to help you with this. The third--reducing the load on your vehicle--has to do with streamlining your car's profile and proper vehicle maintenance. There are many free gas saving tricks to improve gas mileage before you shop for green cars. To get started, dispel some common fuel economy myths, and then
find cheap gas in your area here.
Ways to Save Energy in your Home
The best way to save money is to reduce your energy use. Follow these
strategies to save money
to systematically evaluate where to apply your efforts or investment dollar. For example, automating home systems such as heating and cooling can save 25% while avoiding “thermostat battles.” Everyone uses electricity for lighting. Outdoor solar lights are inexpensive and take advantage of free sunlight. By using the Sun's power through
passive solar heating (all it takes is a window) or with active or passive solar panels, you can save now and keep fuel costs low even as prices rise. For indoor lighting,
compact fluorescent bulbs
are excellent. Each one you install will save you $9 per year.
Saving with Home Insulation and LandscapingDo you feel a breeze from or see condensation around windows, doors or fireplace openings? Are your heating or cooling bills rising with no end in sight? Assess where you can
tighten up with the lowest cost.
Does your home use natural exterior features to make it the most comfortable for you? Find out how to improve your
home insulation from the outside.
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