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10 Ways to Save the Earth
Use biomass boiler instead of gas boiler
To cut down the amount of CO2 you emit into the atmosphere switch to a biomass boiler instead of a gas boiler as the process is carbon neutral - the amount of carbon you consume is the same amount released back into the atmosphere.
Install solar panels
Solar panels are a great investment. They not only add value to your home, they also benefit the environment considerably, as you cut back on the amount of fossil fuels needed as an energy source. The amount of energy generated by solar panels can be sold back to the grid.
Install solar thermal panels for water heating
Solar thermal water heating systems reduce the amount of carbon derived greenhouse gases that homes and businesses emit into the atmosphere by reducing their consumption of fossil fuels. By using solar energy you are able to reduce your utility bills by up to 70%.
Choose renewable energy suppliers
By choosing a renewable energy supplier, not only are you reducing the amount of fossil fuels you consume per year. You are also creating awareness to the need for increased development for renewable energy sources. This also helps to improve continued national energy security.
Use a water source heat pump for heating purposes
If there's a body of water on your property, you can use it as a source of heating by installing a water source heat pump. This will benefit the environment because this technology doesn't release any gas into the atmosphere. Ground source heat pumps would also be a good alternative.
Use rechargeable batteries
To cut back on the amount of batteries you buy and throw away, why not use rechargeable batteries instead.
Turn your phone to flight mode to conserve battery
If you are running low on battery on your smartphone and do not have a charger, instead of scrambling to find one, switch your phone to flight mode in order so save more battery as it cuts down on the amount of energy your phone consumes.
Install wind turbines
Installing a domestic wind turbine can allow you to reduce your energy dependance on the electric grid, although it has some limitations: its small scale doesn't allow it to harvest a lot of energy and it doesn't supply electricity constantly.
Avoid using portable heaters
Portable heaters are an alternative technology to central heating systems for space heating purposes. Unlike central heating, they provide "spot" heating, and require a larger energy consumption per unit of supplied heat. They are, therefore, a less efficient and less eco-friendly option.
Install double glazing
Double glazed windows and uPVC windows reduce the amount of heat that your home loses by up to 50%. It is actually the technology employed for window's insulation. It will enable you to cut your heating bill considerably.
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