Image by - turn off unused lights & appliances at home and work.
- if you need your computer on at work/home, at least turn off the monitors and lower the sleep timer.
- turn off unused lights & appliances at home and work.
- if you need your computer on at work/home, at least turn off the monitors and lower the sleep timer.
Laptops are also generally a lot more efficient than desktops, so if you have a choice and are considering a new computer, consider this.
In some countries (e.g. Australia) you can claim laptops on tax, but not desk tops. Check out the situation in your own country.
in June
Also, when I go on holiday or business trip (I am gone 3-4 months out of the year), I unplug every appliance in the house. Switched to CF for everyhting that's on more than 15 minutes a day.
in August
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in August
Find and remove your power vampires. Use a power bar to plugin your computer, modem, printer, etc. When done, turn everything off, then turn off the power bar. Same for your TV, stereo, etc.
Try some of these other ideas:
http://www.greenterrafirma.com/electricity.html
Includes info on: lights, a link to the power usage for ALL fridges, air conditioner tips, etc.
in August
Leanne V. 163° pledged to do this 67 days ago
