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Mount a programmable thermostat – By using its pre-programmed settings properly (a minimum 10-degree setback, for eight hours daily, when you’re asleep or away from hom), you’ll save 10% ($180) on heating and cooling costs. “For every degree it’s set back during that eight-hour block, you save one percent” says Bruce Harley, a Massachusetts based engineer.
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Rein in you power – Especially for older large appliances, use an electronic power-controlling device ($26-$60) to reduce the motor’s energy consumption. It’s not a power strip, but a small electronic that does not consume any energy itself. It regulates power delivered to the unit by adjusting its oscillation so it operate more efficiently. Savings vary with voltage, appliance age, and local electricity charges.
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