Questions and Answers
What is the primary advantage of living in an energy-efficient home?
What is a recommended step to conserve energy when you have multiple electronic devices grouped together?
What is the purpose of the ENERGY STAR program?
What should you do with seldom used appliances, such as an extra refrigerator?
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What is an alternative to turning off your computer when you're not using it?
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What is the main difference between energy conservation and energy efficiency?
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Why is it a good idea to unplug battery chargers and power adapters when not in use?
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What is the recommended thermostat setting in winter for the hours you are home and active?
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What is the primary purpose of a programmable thermostat?
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Why should you open your curtains in the winter months?
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What is the recommended temperature setting for your hot water heater?
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What is the purpose of a home energy audit?
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What can be done to prevent energy loss through the ceiling of your home?
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Why should you replace old windows with ENERGY STAR qualified windows?
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What is the recommended level of ceiling insulation to cut heating and cooling costs?
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Study Notes
Home Energy Conservation
- Conserving energy and incorporating energy-efficient home improvements can save money and lower household carbon footprint.
Save Electricity
- Turning off and unplugging unused devices can conserve energy and save money.
- Plug multiple electronic devices into a power strip and turn off with one click when not in use.
- Unplug seldom-used appliances, battery chargers, and power adapters when not in use.
- Set computers to hibernate mode to save electricity.
- Look for ENERGY STAR certified products, which promote superior energy efficiency and save energy.
Save on Heating and Cooling
- Heating and cooling account for the biggest portion of most homes' energy consumption.
- Install a programmable thermostat to adjust heating and cooling needs automatically.
- Program thermostat to 68°F in winter and 78°F in summer to save energy.
- Open curtains in winter to let natural sunlight warm the home, and close at night to minimize heat loss.
- Close curtains in summer to keep the sun's heat out and lessen the burden on the air conditioner.
- Maintain heating and cooling systems by cleaning and replacing air filters regularly and arranging for annual maintenance.
Save on Hot Water Costs
- Take shorter showers to save on hot water costs.
- Install low-flow showerheads to reduce hot water usage.
- Check and set the thermostat on the hot water heater to 120°F to reduce water heating costs.
Prevent Energy Loss
- Inspect the home for common energy leaks to prevent energy loss.
- Check windows for drafts and install weatherstripping to seal up leaks.
- Replace old windows with ENERGY STAR qualified windows to cut energy bills by up to 15%.
- Increase ceiling insulation to a higher R-value (up to R-38) to prevent energy escape.
- Consider having a professional home energy audit performed to identify energy leaks and improve energy efficiency.
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Learn ways to conserve energy at home and make your home more energy efficient, saving you money and reducing your carbon footprint.