After an unusually warm start to the year, including
temperatures approaching 50 degrees Fahrenheit in the Northland,
winter came in full force, dropping temperatures well below zero
and forcing residents to crank up the thermostat. But before you
spend money on the latest energy-efficient gizmo that’s supposed
to save you money, let’s look at some energy saving ideas that
will really help conserve energy. First, sit down and think
about all the different ways your family uses energy around the
house. Now write down an approximate cost for each use of
energy. You may have trouble breaking down the costs, but do
your best. Now all you have to do is find ways to save on your
resources while cutting your costs. You may have to think
creatively, but it can be done. So here are some tips to get you
started:Turn the lights off when you’re not using them. This is
really simple and easy to do. Do you really need your bedroom
light on when you’re in the living room? Do you leave lights on
when you leave the house? Do