Conservation vs Efficiency in Running

Energy Conservation and Efficiency

• Energy conservation is the act of saving energy by reducing a service, such as driving fewer miles, turning down the thermostat, or unplugging appliances when not in use.
• Energy conservation reduces energy usage, which can lower monthly bills and save money on fuel, but may require cutting back on comfort or convenience.
• Energy efficiency, on the other hand, saves energy while maintaining the same level of service, using advances in science and technology to provide better products and services.

Examples of Energy Conservation and Efficiency

• Energy conservation examples: driving fewer miles, turning down the thermostat, and unplugging appliances when not in use.
• Energy efficiency examples: replacing incandescent bulbs with compact fluorescent bulbs, using newer, energy-efficient appliances, adding insulation to the attic and walls, and installing energy-efficient windows.

Energy Audits

• An energy audit is an assessment of energy use in a home or business to evaluate energy consumption and identify areas of energy loss.
• An energy auditor examines the building for leaks, evaluates insulation, and inspects heating and cooling systems, providing suggestions to improve energy efficiency.

Importance of Energy Conservation and Efficiency

• Both energy conservation and efficiency can limit our dependence on fossil fuels, helping the domestic economy and protecting the environment by reducing greenhouse gas emissions.