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Tip #11: The following tips are 10 ways to stay cool without using your air conditioner this summer. 1. Buy a ceiling fan. They use a lot ...
Tip #11: The following tips are 10 ways to stay cool without using your air conditioner this summer.
1. Buy a ceiling fan. They use a lot less energy than air conditioners and are easy to install.
2. Eat cold foods like cold fruit or ice cream and popsicles. Iced tea or cold water will also do the trick.
3. Keep your fridge closed; the more it's open, the more energy it uses and the more heat it releases.
4. Turn off (or hibernate) your computer and lights when not in use as they release heat when they're on.
5. Heat rises, so lie on a bamboo mat on the floor instead of sitting on the couch.
6. Use bamboo blinds to keep out the sun so you can open windows to circulate the air.
7. Hang your wet clothes in front of your windows; the evaporating water will make a nice cooling effect.
8. Take a quick cool shower. It's a great way to cool off fast and keep the air in your home cool.
9. Go to a movie or an indoor mall during the day - you can also save money by going to a matinee.
10. And finally, if you must use the air conditioner, use an electric fan in addition to the AC. This will let you raise the thermostat, which will lower your energy consumption. And remember to keep doors and windows closed to maximize cooling.
June 05, 2008
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