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Transcript of Department of Energy Energy Savers PowerPoint: Renewable Energy 11 of 12.
Department of Energy
Energy Savers PowerPoint: Renewable Energy
11 of 12
This 12 part PowerPoint series is taken directly from Energy Savers Booklet, Tips on Saving Energy & Money at Home, U.S. Department of Energy
Contents
1. Save Energy and Money Today 2. Your Home’s Energy Use 3. Insulation and Sealing Air Leaks 4. Heating and Cooling 5. Water Heating 6. Windows 7. Lighting 8. Appliances 9. Home Office and Home Electronics 10. Driving and Car Maintenance11. Renewable Energy 12. References
Save Energy
• This presentation will show you how easy it is to reduce your energy use at home.
• Easy, practical solutions include tips you can use, throughout your home—from the roof, walls, and insulation that enclose it to the appliances and lights inside.
Renewable Energy
Reduce energy demand
Cut amount of resources needed
Create less greenhouse gas emissions
Reduce utility bills
Renewable Energy
Lots of choices• Install solar-powered
outdoor lights• Buy renewable energy
from your utility• Produce solar electricity
at home
Renewable Energy Tips
A new home is best for designing and orienting the home to take advantage of the sun’s rays.
• Admit low-angle winter sun to reduce heating bills
• Reject overhead summer sun to reduce cooling bills
Renewable Energy Tips
Green Power – buying renewable electricity• Sun• Wind• Water• Plants• Earth’s internal heat
Renewable Energy Tips
• Use solar power to help heat swimming pools or hot tubs
Long-Term Savings Tip
• If you’ve made your home as energy efficient as possible AND you still have high electricity bills AND a good solar source, consider generating your own electricity using photovoltaic cells.
Conditions that should apply1. Your site has adequate solar resources2. A grid connection is not available3. You are willing to pay more up front to reduce
the environmental impact4. Your power provider will connect your system
to the grid and buy any excess power5. Rebates, tax credits, or other incentives are
available (www.dsireusa.org)
Is Photovoltaic Energy Right for You?
Summary
Energy efficiency and clean, renewable energy will mean a stronger economy, a cleaner environment, and greater energy independence for America.