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Home EnergyCost-saving tips for reducing your home energy footprint
Climate Master Program
Last updated 1/10
Source: www.ecologygreenworld.com
Key Learning Points Our energy system is connected to a regional and
national grid – what we do matters!
Behavioral changes can reduce emissions and save money.
Changes to energy sources, equipment and appliances can reduce emissions
Dan Moorehouse, EWEB
1 kilowatt = 1000 watts in an hour
Power (kW)X
Time (hrs)=
Kilowatt Hours (kWh)
US uses 26.9 billion Megawatts/year The average home uses 10,000 kWh of energy a year
We use about 26.9 Billion Megawatts annually!
Home Energy: temperature control and appliances
A typical Eugene resident’s home energy use:
Source: Information, Climate Leadership Initiative; Graphic, Funk Levis & Associates
Source: US Department of Energy, http://www1.eere.energy.gov/consumer/tips/home_energy.html
Heating and Cooling almost half of energy use
Prevent heat or cool from escaping
Source: Sierra Pacific
Source: Our Organic Northwest
What is the heat source? Where is heat escaping?
Thin insulation Drafts Window seals Door seals Single pane glass Chimneys
Heating/Cooling energy use – four factors1. Desired Temperature2. Length of time at that temperature3. Size of space4. Efficiency of the heating/cooling system
Only heat what need, when you need it
Turn off your heating or cooling system when you leave the house
Turn down your thermostat when you are sleeping
Only heat the space you’re in
Only turn it on when you’re there
Source: treehugger.com
Use space effectively Place furniture near heat sources Use fans to move warm air around Use curtains to help keep heat in (winter) or out
(summer)
Source: milkyourmoney.com
Fireplaces Woodstoves are FIVE
times more efficient than fireplaces
Pellet Stoves are even MORE efficient
Gas stoves/fireplaces are MOST efficient
Choose a model with a blower
Source: Regency Fireplace Products
Appliances & Lights: 33% of home energy use
Source: US Department of Energy, http://www1.eere.energy.gov/consumer/tips/home_energy.html
Use efficient appliancesResearch the Energy Star
Inventory: http://www.energystar.gov search for and compare
appliances
Source: US Department of Energy
Cook efficiently Microwave = most efficient Gas stovetop more efficient than electric Smaller appliances are more efficient
Toaster oven vs full range Cooking methods
Baking is least efficient
Source: ecohomeresources.com
Washer and Dryer tips
Good Rules of Thumb: Wash, or at least rinse, in cold water. Wash full loads, don’t overload. Use the extra spin feature to reduce
drying time Clean the lint trap-install the
louvered vent covering Don’t overload the dryer Use the sun to dry your clothes
Source: GE
Source: http://www.washingmachines.us
Kill the Energy Vampires
Unplug electronics when not in use
Nearly all electronic devices draw some power load when plugged in even turned off
Recycle old devices
Light efficiently
Use daylight! Task Light Turn off lights when
you leave the room Replace
incandescent with CFLs
Recycle CFLsSource: thefuntimesguide.com
Source: diytrade.com
Fridge and Freezer draw the largest energy load Constantly in use Choose efficient models Keep it full
Easier to keep stuff cold than space Keep it closed Insure seals work well Place away from heat sources
Water Heater
Tips for reducing your water bills.
For each 10ºF reduction in water temperature, save between 3%–5% in energy costs
Set water temperature to 120oF not the standard 140oF
Use a water heater blanket Turn off water heater when not
in use Consider a solar water heater
Tools for Saving Energy Programmable thermostat Hot water thermometer Kilowatt meter Refrigerator/freezer
thermometer Switch and outlet sealers
Resources State of Oregon Residential Energy Tax Credits (RETC)
http://www.oregon.gov/ENERGY/CONS/RES/RETC.shtml
EWEB www.eweb.org
Home Energy Calculator www.epud.org
Energy Trust of Oregon www.energytrust.org
Environmental Protection Agency www.epa.gov
Climate Leadership Institute www.climateleadership.org