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Thinking Of Going Solar? Read This

Everywhere you go these days, you hear an advertisement about solar. By some estimates, there are more than 250 solar companies in Hawaii, with dozens more opening up per year! The average energy price on Oahu is about 35 cents per kilowatt/hour, and it’s much higher on the Neighbor Islands, with Kauai at almost 42 […]
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Use Paper Wisely

When possible, use an eReader or tablet instead of printing things out. Print on both sides of paper whenever possible to conserve. Keep a scrap paper pile of misprints to print on or take notes with. Try to reuse envelopes when possible to cut down on waste. Consider switching your coffee maker to a metal […]
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Reduce Your CO2 Emissions

Want to reduce your household’s CO2 emissions? These simple tips can help. Switch your incandescent bulbs to compact fluorescents to use 60% less energy per bulb and save 300 pounds of CO2 a year. Wrap your water heater in an insulation blanket and insulate your pipes to save 1,000 pounds of CO2 a year. Improve […]
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Car Alternatives

If you’re concerned about the environmental impact of your car, try a few of these tips: *  Consider buying a fuel-efficient car or a hybrid – you might still be in time for a tax break. *  Car pool with neighbors or coworkers when possible. *  Ride a bike when doing small errands. *  If […]
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Switch to Cold Water

Almost 90% of the energy used to wash clothes is spent on heating the water, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. Save money and energy. Wash your clothes in warm or cold water instead of hot, using a detergent formulated for cold-water use. Turning the dial from hot to warm will cut your energy […]
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