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There are so many ways we can better our daily habits for the well-being of the environment and future generations.
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Fairfield-Suisun Sewer District
The City of Woodland
The City of Vacaville
Delta Diablo
GREEN THEME – AUGUST 2024 -Ways to Conserve Energy At Home
Manage temperature
- Set your thermostat at 68F in the winter and 78F in the summer, health permitting
- Consider a space heater or ceiling fan, following safety guidelines of all equipment
- Open blinds and windows to warm and light home during daylight hours, or close window coverings to keep the cold out
Use electronics and appliances efficiently
- Unplug small appliances and electronics when not in use
- Use a small lamp to spotlight your workspace instead of overhead bulbs
- Turn down brightness and set automatic eco- and energy-saving features on TVs and consoles
- Use computer sleep and hibernate modes
- Use a power strip for all personal electronics and turn it off when they are not in use
Reduced use of heated water
- Take shorter showers
- Wash clothes in cold water and only run full loads
