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Saving Money - Save Energy
There are several ways to reduce your energy useage that are easy and don’t take a lot of time or money.  By taking steps to save energy you will also be saving money. The less you use, the less you spend! Here are some simple tips to get you started.
Be sure to fix any defective plumbing or leaks. A single dripping hot water faucet can waste 212 gallons of water a month and not only raise your water bill but your energy bill as well. Use glass and ceramic dishes to cook with, not only do they hold heat better, they can lower the oven temperature by 25 degrees! Whenever possible, try to cook and heat your food in the microwave instead of a full sized oven. A microwave only uses 20 percent of the energy required by a conventional oven. Check the lint trap on your dryer regularly, it will help the warm air circulate better and dry your clothes faster. Consider changing your lighbulbs to the new screw in fluorescent bulbs.  They last six times longer than regular bulbs, a 20 watt fluorescent bulb is equivalent to a 60 watt regular bulb. Shut down your computer when you ... more

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