Question

Protecting our environment has become an urgent issue for the U.S. write a one page . We need practical solutions on enviromental issue on energy use

Answer 1

Replace Regular Incandescent Light bulb:-

Replace regular incandescent light bulb with compact fluorescent light (CFL) bulbs. They consume 70% less energy then ordinary bulbs and have longer lifetime.

Drive Less or Carpool: By driving less you are not only saving fuel but also helping in reducing global warming. Also, look out for other possibilities, for e.g.: car pooling.

Go Solar: Many people have caught the energy efficient band wagon of solar energy. Having solar panels installed is something readily possible and available.

Use Less Hot Water: Buy energy saving geysers and dishwasher for your home. Avoid washing clothes in hot water. Just wash them in cold or warm water. Avoid taking frequent showers and use less hot water.

Install a Programmable Thermostat: A programmable thermostat doesn’t cost much and its cost can be recovered from the amount that you save by reducing energy.

Look for Renewable Fuel Options: If you can’t afford an electric car buy the cleanest gasoline as possible. When car shopping, look at the benefits of options that provide renewable fuel.

Replace Filters on Air Conditioner and Furnace: If you haven’t, not only are you wasting energy, but breathing in dirty air.

Tune Your Car Regularly: Regular maintenance will help your car function properly and emit less carbon dioxide.

Stop Idling Your Car: It might be freezing outside, but unless your car is buried in snow, start your car as usual.

Wrap your water heater in insulation: By keeping the energy in the water heater condensed, less energy is emitted into the air.