节约能源
今天, the most affordable form of new energy is conservation — using what we already generate as efficiently as possible.
节能小贴士
电力最难为我们的家庭供暖和制冷. 这里有一些简单的建议来帮助你减少能源的使用.
夏天建议
温度
- If you have air conditioning, set your thermostat as high as comfortably possible. 如果你在家，建议是78度，如果你不在，建议暖和一点.
- 把电热水器调到120华氏度.
球迷
- Use ceiling and other portable room fans to increase your cooling efficiency without having to lower your thermostat. Be sure to turn any fans off when you leave the area as they are made to cool people and not rooms.
空调(a / c)
- Have your A/C or heat pump serviced regularly to maintain its best efficiency and capacity.
- 清除室外设备周围的杂草或其他物品.
- Clean or replace your cooling unit filters regularly to maximize their efficiency.
窗户
- 使用窗帘或窗帘来阻挡阳光进入你的家.
- 晚上打开窗户，让冷空气进来. 确保在上午10点左右关闭所有开着的窗户，以保持凉爽的空气.
烹饪
- 计划可以在烤架上做的饭菜, in the microwave or prepared in advance to avoid using the oven or stove during the hottest part of the day.
清洁
- 洗衣服和洗碗要装满衣服. 用冷水洗涤衣物.
- 在可能的情况下, air dry clothes outdoors and cancel the drying cycle on your dishwasher to let items air dry.
泄漏
- 密封门窗周围的空气泄漏可以节省能源和金钱. 检查窗户、门和密封处是否有穿堂风. 更换磨损的密封件和/或在感觉有气流的地方填满缝隙.
- If you suspect air ducts are leaking, contact an HVAC contractor for duct sealing options.
冬天的技巧
准备好你的家
- Schedule a service visit for your central heating system to see what maintenance is required to keep it operating efficiently.
- Ensure your central heating system has a properly fitted and clean air filter installed.
- 如果你有一个热泵, avoid switching your system to "E Heat" or "Aux Heat" as most heat pumps can provide heat to your home even as temperatures dip into the low teens.
- 关闭或堵塞粉底孔. 这将使你的家温暖，并有助于防止冻结水管.
- 检查外部门窗的挡风雨条. 如果磨损或丢失，调整或更换.
- Cover drafty windows and permanent wall-unit air conditioners by using a heavy-duty clear plastic. 塑料应该密封严实，以减少冷空气进入你的家.
- 随着气温的下降, close drapes in the evening and on overcast days to help retain heat within your home. 确保你的窗帘不妨碍热记录.
球迷
- 用吊扇轻轻地引导上升的热量向下. 这样不用调高暖气就能让房间感觉更暖和.
调节温度
- When you are home and awake, set your thermostat as low as comfortably possible.
- When you are asleep or out of your home, turn the thermostat down even further. A programmable thermostat can help you adjust your heat to match your schedule. 如果你有一个热泵, it is recommended to not drop your thermostat lower than 4°F 下面 your normal heat setting.
- 调低热水器的温度设置. 美国.S. Department of 能源 estimates that 18 percent of a household's energy consumption is from water warming. Keeping your temperature at 120°F will help you see small changes in your energy bill.
照明的选择
- 用节能的LED灯取代白炽灯.
- Use timers and motion sensors to reduce the operating hours of interior and exterior lights left on for security purposes.
计算使用量
我的电器和设备使用多少能源?
这个计算器估计每月运行你的电器的费用. 我们希望这篇文章能让你了解如何省钱. 试一试! 点击你家里使用的电器. Scroll down 下面 the list and type in the hours in the box that pops up to calculate your costs.
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护壁板加热器
1500瓦(6英尺)/小时 -
吊扇
75瓦/小时 -
节能灯灯泡
14瓦/小时 -
干衣机
3400瓦/小时 -
衣服洗涤器
429瓦/小时 -
电脑
400瓦/小时 -
洗碗机
1800瓦/小时 -
冰箱
273瓦/小时 -
电炉
17221瓦/小时 -
吹风机
1538瓦/小时 -
热泵
9000瓦/小时 -
白炽灯泡
60瓦特/人力资源 -
白炽节日灯
500瓦/小时(100串) -
铁
1500瓦/小时 -
移动PC
50瓦特/人力资源 -
液晶电视
213瓦/小时 -
LED灯泡
12瓦特/人力资源 -
LED节日彩灯(100个)
60瓦特/人力资源 -
微波
1500瓦/小时 -
监控
150瓦/小时 -
等离子电视
339瓦/小时 -
便携式风扇
100瓦/小时 -
炉墙
5000瓦/小时 -
冰箱
188瓦/小时 -
室内空调
5000瓦/小时 -
空间加热器
1500瓦/小时 -
标准的电视
150瓦/小时 -
烤箱
1200瓦/小时 -
热水器
4500瓦/小时 -
井水泵
1000瓦/小时(每马力)
| 设备 | 美国瓦茨 | 小时/月 | 成本 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 单击上面的图标添加设备 | 000 | 输入 | $0.00 |
| 总: | 000 | 000 | $0.00 |
清除所有
| 设备 | 美国瓦茨 | 小时/月 | 成本 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 总: | 000 | 000 | $0.00 |
计算每月运行设备的成本
- 点击一个图标可以看到它出现在下面的框中
- 以小时/月为单位输入大约的费用
- 选择要比较的其他设备
屋顶太阳能常见问题
You may have been hearing more about rooftop solar for homes and businesses lately. The frequently asked questions section will help answer some of the more common questions we receive at Grant PUD regarding these programs.
Grant PUD对家庭太阳能安装持中立立场. We encourage customers to go into your solar investment fully educated, with clear expectations. Be careful when speaking to solar company salespeople as some of their claims may be untrue for our area.
净计量如何运作
步骤1
可再生能源是为家庭使用而产生的.
步骤2
An inverter converts the renewable energy into electricity used within the home.
步骤3
A production meter installed at the home measures the amount of energy created by your generator.
步骤4
产生的多余能量会被送入电网. 同样数量的能量之后会免费返回给你.
