Jim Lover (energylover)

Jim Lover

#GreenTip Use electro-luminescent night lights - more efficient than incandescent http://bit.ly/VJGSN

Jim Lover

#GreenTip Natural Gas/tankless water heaters can save 30% on water heater bill

Jim Lover

#GreenTip Insulate and switch to Geothermal/heat pumps before doing solar projects you will save more energy and dollars

Jim Lover

#GreenTip Insulation and sealing air leaks helps energy performance in the summertime by keeping the cool air inside

Jim Lover

#GreenTip Lowering water heater thermostat 10ºF can save 3–5% in energy costs, recommend water heater thermostat setting of 120ºF

Jim Lover

#GreenTip Install heat traps on the hot and cold pipes at the water heater to prevent heat loss

Jim Lover

#GreenTip >85% of hot water energy is wasted down the drain Install a drain-water heat recovery system http://bit.ly/msvX3

Jim Lover

#GreenTip Consider three-way lamps; they make it easier to keep lighting levels low when brighter light is not necessary.

Jim Lover

#GreenTip Use interior fan with window air conditioner to spread the cooled air more effectively in home

Jim Lover

#GreenTip Replace old air conditioner with ENERGY STAR® model, you could save up to 50% on your utility bill for cooling

Jim Lover

#GreenTip Plug air leaks with caulking, sealing, or weather stripping to save 10 percent or more on your energy bill

Jim Lover

#Green Tip Appliances and home electronics are responsible for about 20 percent of your energy bills http://bit.ly/qbNkV #green

Jim Lover

#GreenTip ENERGY STAR windows can reduce your heating bills by 40% vs. single-pane windows

Jim Lover

#GreenTip Check insulation in attic, ceilings, floors, crawl spaces to meets the level recommended for your area http://bit.ly/O1zZC

Jim Lover

#GreenTip Plug home electronics (TVs, DVD, Etc) into power strips, turn of power strips when not in use http://bit.ly/pGaeU #eco #green

Jim Lover

#GreenTip Lowering water heater thermostat 10ºF can save 3–5% in energy costs, recommend water heater thermostat setting of 120ºF

Jim Lover

#GreenTip Plant low-lying trees and shrubbery on the north and northeast sides of your home to protect home from winter wind chill

Jim Lover

#Green Tip Appliances and home electronics are responsible for about 20 percent of your energy bills http://bit.ly/qbNkV #green

Jim Lover

#GreenTip Skylights provide daylighting and warmth. Energy-efficient skylight can help minimize your heating, cooling, and lighting costs.

Jim Lover

#Green Tip Appliances and home electronics are responsible for about 20 percent of your energy bills http://bit.ly/qbNkV #green