Category Archives: energy savings

Free Homeowner’s Guide to a WaterSmart Landscape Available Now!

The Water Authority is offering a free step-by-step guide that offers do-it-yourself instructions for homeowners who want to convert their landscapes into more water-efficient ones.

The guide reflects the state’s Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance standards and explains the principles of a WaterSmart landscape — water-efficient Design and Irrigation, climate-appropriate Plants, and best Maintenance practices (DIPM).

The benefits of a water-efficient landscape – enhancing property appearance, reducing maintenance, minimizing water pollution due to runoff, and conserving water – are well worth the effort! This guide is the perfect tool for do-it-yourself homeowners who want to ensure their lush and beautiful landscapes stand the test of time in San Diego County’s Mediterranean climate. In addition to helping homeowners meet new water-efficiency standards, this guide will help homeowners make smart choices to reduce outdoor water use by designing vibrant, flourishing and naturally beautiful landscapes that are appropriate for the San Diego region.

Get the free guide at: http://www.sdcwa.org/landscape-guide-flipbook/

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1 Way of 24 Ways to Save Energy Now

#24 the last of the series

Consider a cool roof – Cool roofing material are graded by their capacity to reflect light.  The coolest roofs have a so-called reflectance of up to 65%.  Which means they just absorb 35% of the sun’s energy.  Cool roofs give homeowners an average summertime energy savings of nearly 50 cents per square foot.

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1 Way of 24 Ways to Save Energy Now

#23 of the series

Replace the front door – Upgrading and sealing around an exterior door could save as much as 25% on your heating bill.  Polystyrene or polyurethane core fiberglass doors have the best R-values and safety ratings.

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