Saving Energy All Around Your Home
Install gas appliances. They conserve energy by using less imported crude oil.
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Keep all appliances in good operating condition.
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Use Hawaii’s breezes instead of air conditioning. Plan new construction to take advantage of cross-ventilation instead of air conditioning. |
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If air conditioning is necessary, be sure the equipment is sized properly. |
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When air conditioning is used, keep windows and doors shut. Check the seals periodically to prevent cold air leaking out. |
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Insulation and roof-peak ventilation keep homes cooler. |
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Light colored roofs reflect the sun’s heat away from the house. Planting shade trees nearby can cool a home even more. |
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Reduce wattage of incandescent bulbs or replace them with fluorescent tubes.
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Connect lights to dimmer switches or timers.
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Turn off electric lights, stereos and TVs when not in use. |
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Leave only one light burning when you are away at night. |
