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Using Green Energy Options and Technologies to Make Your Home More Efficient

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Green technologies have come a long way in recent years. Going green today can actually help to make your home more energy-efficient. This means less demand for fossil fuels in the world, a cleaner environment and lower electricity bills. Here are some ways that green energy options and technologies can make your home more efficient.

Green Insulation

Start by placing green insulation in your home. This is insulation such as recycled cellulose loose fill. That type of insulation is biodegradable. It also does an amazing job of insulating your home due to all the air pockets between the pieces. Putting green insulation in your attic and walls can greatly improve the energy-efficiency of your home during every season.

Solar Panels

Residential solar panel installations increased by 70 percent from 2014 to 2015. Think about joining that movement by erecting solar panels on the roof of your home or in your yard. Some retail energy providers can help with discounts or incentives. You can generate free power for half the day with the panels. Certain setups can also be used to heat your water for free. There is no reason to avoid taking advantage of solar power.
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Energy-Efficient Appliances

Older appliances can use much more electricity than normal in your home. Start replacing units more than 10 years old with new energy-efficient appliances. Look for appliances with good Energy Star ratings. You could end up reducing your power usage by a significant amount if you convert refrigerators, water heaters and washing machines to the most efficient models possible.

Wind Turbines

The wind turbines already in the country are powering around 11 million homes. You can be one of them by having a turbine placed on your property. You can draw power from the turbine almost all day long. This will help to reduce the energy your draw from the power grid. Wind turbines are quiet and often unobtrusive in residential settings. You can install multiple turbines for more power on larger properties.

Green Energy Providers

A final step is to shop energy providers to find one that supports green technologies and power sources. You want to find a provider with cutting-edge programs and power plans designed to support homeowners who want to start using green energy. Some of these retail energy providers will provide greatly discounted technologies like solar panels or smart meters. You can choose electricity plans where all your power comes from green sources instead of fossil fuels. A green power provider can make your home more energy-efficient.


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