Measure and Reduce

Measure and Reduce

You want to get better, but where do you start?      Measurement.       What is your baseline?  How much energy did you use last month?  How much the month before?   How much does your monthly use vary?   Your utility bills should tell you your use for the last 13...
Use Efficient Technology

Use Efficient Technology

When you do use equipment that uses energy, choose to use efficient models.  Shop for your equipment with energy use in mind.  Energy Star is a rating system to help you select efficient appliances and equipment.  There is even an Energy Star rating for homes!  How...
Let Nature Do the Work

Let Nature Do the Work

You can save lots of energy by simply making nature your ally.  Work with nature, not against nature.  When you see a way, use a natural resource as your direct energy source, sunlight, breezes, warm or cool days.   Use daylight, not electric lights, not even...