Using low voltage lights; 12volts (current) as opposed to 120volts; changing from incandescent to compact fluorescent; Using LEDs (Light emitting diodes)
Simply switch off lights while not in use
Switch off all electrical gadgets while they are not in use e.g. pumps, heaters
Timers & photo electric sensors for hall lighting and outdoor security
Air conditioning
Increase temperature when leaving home and decrease temperature upon arrival. This ensures that the space does not heat up during those hottest hours of the day.
Invest in double glazing glass installations to exclude heat from interior.
Install radiant barriers on roofs
Invest in wall insulation
Water saving
Choose energy efficient appliances yellow tagged–if not available from the retailer go to the internet and research it before purchasing
Install aerators in household taps throughout the property
Other
Start a compost heap at home for use in gardening to reduce the need to go far distances in your vehicle for fertilizer for the garden / potted plants.
Reuse Styrofoam containers to pot seedlings
Use a bicycle when possible instead of using the car
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