Five Specific Energy Saving Hints

We've all read the same information on energy conservation:

1. Use-energy-saving-lights

2. Insulate-your-house

3. Turn-off-lights-when-not-in-use.

4. Take-shorter-showers

5. Use-energy-saving-appliances

And so on, and so on. But what happens to "saving energy" when a person rents instead of owns a house or doesn't know exactly which products to use?

Take a trip to the nearest "DIY" (do-it-yourself) store. There are thousands of products, from light bulbs to insulation. Hundreds of manufacturers and name brands to choose from. The task can be daunting. Not to mention the price at the check-out.

"Two light bulbs! All I got was two light bulbs! THEY COST WHAT!!!!"

True, as more and more manufacturers join the "green" (energy saving) revolution, increased supply will take some prices down a bit. Some.

I am one of the "greenaholics," "greenies", or "green freaks" (as I've been called) out there. I confess I live in two places: my home of residence and at the local DIY store. I'm surprised they don't have a shopping cart with my name welded to it.

From experience, I'll try to guide you through some of the "generic" information out there. Although entire books are written on each subject, I'll keep it brief so you can make an informed decision or continue your own research.