Four Uncommon Energy Savings

Here are four uncommon things that you can do to save energy.

1) Change time zones.

That is, when possible, travel when others are less likely to be on the road. You will save gas by avoiding delays. For instance, steer clear of rush hour traffic by leaving an hour early. Then use this extra hour to read, plan your day, or add an little extra to your job. If your company permits flex time hours, then you may leave for home before rush hour begins.

Also, consider shopping early or late in the day. Besides going through less traffic, you will find that there are a lot fewer shoppers and shorter lines in the stores. That produces a time saving bonus by making your shopping more efficient.

2) Ride a bicycle.

However do this in your vehicle. That is, pretend that you need to peddle in order to make your automobile move. Steer clear of quick starts, acceleration up hills, and driving into a stop. Instead, begin gradually, take it easy going up hills, and coast to a red light – just as in the event you were the engine.

Obviously, use common sense. For example, move with the traffic and do this when suitable.

3) Shut it off.

Some people leave the engine running when they park. This is a terrible idea because: a) it wastes gas, b) it leaves your car exposed to theft, and c) if kids are left in the car, they could cause an accident by putting the car in gear.

Similarly, shut off the engine any time that you have to wait for more than about half a minute, such as at a railroad crossing.

Note: most vehicles use about a gallon of gas an hour while in idle. If gas expenses $4 a gallon, then 15 minutes of idle will cost you a dollar.

4) Stop leaks.

The majority of offices have dozens of small transformers supplying power to computers, network hubs, printers, modems, scanners, along with other accessories. Transformers are also used to recharge batteries in cell phones, cameras, and iPods.

These transformers keep using electricity even when the device has been turned off or disconnected from it. It’s like having a faucet leak around the clock. Drop by drop it is wasting energy (and money).

While each transformer uses only a little amount of electricity, six or eight of them are equivalent to a regular light bulb. Over time that adds up to a significant quantity of electricity.

Put all of the transformers on a circuit strip. They turn off the strip at the end of the day. Or perhaps, unplug the transformer when it’s not being used.

Similarly, check your house for electrical leaks. Unplug coffee makers, toasters, and small ovens. Some of these have decorative lights or clocks – all things that we can live without.

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