| It's the 21st century and the use of technology in | | | | 3. Push that "off" button-Some people put their |
| our home has increased dramatically. From | | | | computers in sleep settings when not in use, be |
| preparing our food to doing our laundry, we are | | | | sure to turn off your computer it can save you |
| using energy to accomplish these simple tasks. | | | | $70.00 per year. Teach your children to turn off |
| And these equipments use energy in order to | | | | the television when they are not watching. This is |
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| fossil fuels which are coal, oil or natural gas. | | | | be repeatedly taught to your youngsters and |
| Burning fossil fuels release more gases into the | | | | other household members. Many people do not |
| atmosphere, which results to global warming. | | | | turn off their television set even if they are not |
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| simple, small, individual steps that make a big | | | | means that it uses 20%-30% less energy than |
| difference in the fight against global warming and | | | | required by federal standards. It may cost you a |
| in protecting Mother Nature for the future | | | | few dollars more but the reduction on energy |
| generations to come: | | | | cost to run it is worth every penny you pay. |
| 1. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle- the powerful Rs that | | | | These products can help you save at least $400 |
| could help reduce global warming. Everyday tons | | | | per year of your energy bill. You are not only |
| of garbage is being dumped into the wasteland | | | | saving money but you are helping mother earth |
| and you can reduce the amount of garbage you | | | | by minimizing energy consumption. |
| throw by choosing reusable products instead of | | | | The save home energy information should be |
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| using disposable plates, spoon/fork and cups | | | | more pollution than the average car. Global |
| instead use coffee mugs, glasses & plates, and | | | | warming is a serious issue and the key is in your |
| re-usable grocery bags. | | | | hands to help reduce the greenhouse effect by |
| 2. Replace your regular light bulb- Replace your | | | | properly using energy. |
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| bulbs. | | | | |