Most of people are not used to think about how the energy is used by them to power their houses. The average American family spends about $1,900 a year on energy and also creates more than 26,000 pounds of carbon dioxide per year. About 20 percent of the country's greenhouse gas emissions is accounted for the residential energy use. Carrying out simple changes in daily habits can create a huge effect on the gas and electricity bills. Less energy usage means less greenhouse gas emission. Plus, reducing energy use increases energy security. By saving energy, one can also save money because energy costs money.

To conserve energy at home, you can take measures such as draft dodging, new installations, and other environmentally-friendly techniques. Save energy and money in home with some following tips.

Turn It Off:

If you don’t use any appliances, then turn off them. This includes switching off lights when leaving a room. Don’t use “standby” function on electronics. 35 percent of the wasted energy in your home is because of the devices that set to “standby” mode, according to the California Energy Commission. You can save energy and money by unplugging any appliances that are not in use, regardless of whether you are at home or gone for the day, the week or the month.

Turn It Down:

The energy consumption can be reduced more than 5 % by turning down thermostat by just 1 degree and also the difference can be noted by you. You can save money by decreasing your heating bill. Taking the time to unplug any machine will help to reduce the amount of energy you use and it will make a remarkable difference in your electric bill.

In Hot Water:

Set water heater at lower than 140 degrees Fahrenheit, or 60 degrees centigrade. If higher the temperature occurs, the system automatically adds cold water to cool it back down for use. Now that is just wasteful.

Draft Dodging:

Nearly 20 percent of all heat in average homes is lost through unprotected openings in widows, doors and floorboards. If you feel draft weather then strip your doors and windows and use filler to close up cracks on window frames and floor boards.

Waste Not, Wash Not:

Run your washing machine after full loading of it. If you can't wait, make sure to use the “economy” or “half load” settings. Taking a shower instead of a bath uses about 50 percent less water and energy. Modern washing machines work as effectively at 100 degrees as they do at 140 degrees. But that 100-degree setting cuts carbon emissions by one-third.

Insulation Installation:

Insulation of attic prevents the escape of heat from home. Up to one-third of the heat runs away in your home through your roof. It is the most cost-effective energy-saving measure you can take. Also insulate your walls that prevent another third of your heat from escaping.

Hit The Breaks:

Saving energy is good for the earth as well as your wallet. Tax breaks and rebate incentives by Government are often available when you retrofit your home to be as energy efficient as possible. Consumers who install energy-saving equipment in their homes may be eligible for a $500 tax credit in U.S. For more information, check your local power authority.

Simple tips to save energy in home:

• Use energy-efficient appliances for home which use 50 percent less energy than other models
• Use low wattage lamps or spotlights for soft lighting areas , rather than lighting a whole room
• Before you turn on a light during the day, why not open the curtains and blinds for good natural light
• Do something simple as turning off light when not in use, remind your kids, your husband and yourself
• Don't boil more water than you need
• Don't leave the fridge or freezer doors open longer than necessary
• Don't forget to defrost your freezer regularly
• Try to give your hot water heater for regular check-ups
• Air dry your clothes in summer
• Lower thermostat in winter
• Install a programmable thermostat
• Seal large air leaks in your home
• Unplug electronic appliances when you are not using

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