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1 Way of 24 Ways to Save Energy Now

Posted on September 17, 2011 | Leave a comment

#18 of the series

Vacuum refrigerator coils – When the coils are clogged with dust and debris a refrigerator can’t effectively remove heat from the unit and that forces it compressor to work harder – up t0 25% harder. Cut the power to the refrigerator and clean the undercarriage once a month.

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Property Spotlight – Straw Bale House on the Prairie

Posted on September 16, 2011 | Leave a comment

This home is located in the Flint Hills of Southeast Kansas.

Sustainable strategies: Salvaged lumber and limestone from an old barn used for structure, trim, floors and stone walls. Native Indian grass from the land was baled for the wall insulation. A 2-kilowatt photovoltaic (PV) solar system and a 1-kilowatt wind generator provide electricity. Fifteen solar thermal panels provide hot water; gray water from showers and sinks waters plants in the attached greenhouse; composting toilet.

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1 Way of 24 Ways to Save Energy Now

Posted on September 16, 2011 | Leave a comment

#17 of the series

Get rid of inefficient appliances – Replacing that old appliance with a newer, more efficient model is a sound investment. Go to www.energysavers.gov for a detailed list of appliances and to rate their energy efficiency.

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1 Way of 24 Ways to Save Energy Now

Property Spotlight – Straw Bale House on the Prairie

1 Way of 24 Ways to Save Energy Now

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