Summer vacation; best time to save on energy

Summer is the best time to bond with the family especially through travel and tour. So while you are on a vacation, give your energy devices a vacation too. Here are some tips to save energy at home while the whole family is off on a vacation.
 
    Unplug your refrigerator. Fridge is one of the biggest energy users at home, thus, it is most practical to unplug it while you're away. However, this would mean emptying and defrosting your fridge. Or you may also turn the temperature at its lowest setting to avoid food spoilage.
 
    Turn off the lights. For security measures, ask someone from the neighborhood to turn on your outdoor lights at night and have them turned off during the day.
 
    Unless you have installed CCTVs to record something while you are away, unplug all of your other electronic devices. Remember that these devices still consume energy even when not in use.

    It is impractical to keep your place chilled while nobody's home, hence, make sure to turn off and unplug your air conditioner before leaving the house.

    Don't forget to also unplug all of your small appliances. Though they use only a little energy, the total energy consumed by unused appliances can add up.

Practicing these simple tips would make your summer vacation more worthwhile. You are not only enjoying a worry-free vacation while saving on energy but also helping cut down the carbon dioxide emission in the atmosphere from unplugging your home appliances and devices. This means that in your own little way you are helping Mother Earth fight Global Warming.

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