To lower the electricity bill of your Irvine home , you can do a few things For starters, you can switch to compact fluorescent bulbs in lamps that are on for over two hours a day. Fluorescent bulbs will work 10-20 times longer than standard bulbs and are 6-8 times more effective.
Devices such as cell phone chargers or speakers need to be unplugged when they are not in use. They will still use juice, even while they are not in use. Use an energy efficient microwave or toaster over while heating up smaller foods that don't need to be pre-heated.
Turn your computer off or to "standby" mode when you finish use. You might lower the cost of running a computer by 85 percent simply by using a laptop rather than a desktop. Do not open up your fridge door often or for very long and adjust the temperature to 38-40 degrees Fahrenheit.
Finally, only use the dryer for full loads, if you can, line dry, and use cold water for washing. By starting with these small steps, you will save money on your bills and decrease your CO2 emissions.
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