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ANDREA WILLIAMS EXTENSION EDUCATOR FAMILY & CONSUMER SCIENCES/4-H-YD G O G REEN ! C ONSERVE & P ROTECT OUR N ATURAL R ESOURCES
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Little steps = big energy and money savings G O GREEN !
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E = mc 2 What is energy, anyway?
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Why do we care about energy? Photo: Microsoft clipart
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Why do we care about energy? Photo: Microsoft clipart
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SAVE MONEY AND ENERGY WITHOUT SACRIFICING COMFORT! Take a whole house approach… Photo: U.S. Department of Energy
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home energy use
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COMMON DENOMINATORS UNIQUE NEEDS Prioritizing
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biggest part of utility bill? 1
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Space Heating Photo: Microsoft clipart
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Reduce space heating costs … adjust the thermostat SettingTimeSetpoint Temperature wake6≤ 70° F day8Setback at least 8° F evening6≤ 70° F sleep10Setback at least 8° F
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ONE TWO THREE Change filters Close damper Schedule tune-ups More Ways to Reduce Space Heating Costs
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Add insulation Check ductwork Even More Ways to Reduce Space Heating Costs! Photo: U.S. Department of Energy
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Building Envelope Last bit about space heating …
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space cooling Photo: ENERGY STAR
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What to do about space cooling… SettingTimeSetpoint Temperature wake6≥ 78° F day8Setup at least 7° F evening6≥ 78° F sleep10Setup at least 4° F
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water heating Diagram: U.S. Department of Energy
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STEP ACTION ONE TWO THREE FOUR Use less hot water Turn down thermostat Insulate water heater Upgrade efficiency 4 Ways to Reduce Water Heating Costs
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Lighting Photos: ENERGY STAR
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2 Ways to Reduce Lighting Costs Photo: National Archives
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2 more ways to reduce lighting costs ACTION
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Computers & Electronics Photo: Microsoft clipart
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STEP ACTION ONE TWO THREE FOUR Manage power Turn machines off Use power strips Unplug chargers 4 Ways to Reduce Computers & Electronics Costs
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*NOT INCLUDING REFRIGERATORS Large appliances Photo: Microsoft clipart
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Clothes Washers and Dryers Photo: Microsoft clipart
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Dishwasher & Stove Photo: Microsoft clipart
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Refrigeration Photo: Microsoft clipart
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STEP ACTION ONE TWO THREE FOUR Cover and wrap food Close door Test door seal Check temperature 4 Ways to Reduce Refrigeration Costs
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http://www.energystar.gov/index.cf m?fuseaction=refrig.calculator Refrigerator Retirement Savings Calculator
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WHAT IS OTHER, EXACTLY? Other
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STEP ACTION ONE TWO THREE FOUR Small electric devices Heating elements Motors Outdoor grills 4 Ways to Reduce “Other” Costs
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Cost/Year Electric blanket Microwave oven Television Dehumidifier Well pump Home computer Aquarium/ terr. Dishwasher Electric cooking Freezer Water bed heater Clothes dryer Washing machine Refrigerator Pool pump Spa (pump & heater) Annual Appliance Cost $0 $42 $83 $125$166 $208 $0 500 1000 1500 2000 2500
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Don’t be overwhelmed…
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HOME ENERGY EFFICIENCY IMPROVEMENT TAX CREDITS RESIDENTIAL RENEWABLE ENERGY TAX CREDITS Federal Level Tax Credits & Rebates
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Last message… Photo: Oklahoma State University
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Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service Thank you!
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