Winterize the Green Way

EcoStreet posted a great article on how to get ready for winter using green products. Now that winter is almost here it’s time to really test how eco-friendly you are. It’s a lot hard to bike to the corner store in -10 degree Canadian winters!

This article has some great tips on how to save on your energy bill in the notoriously expensive winter months. Heat is valuable and you’ll want to make sure your house is properly insulted. EcoStreet talks about Cavity Wall insulation, Loft Insulation, Draught Proofing, and Double Glazing. Check their post for information but these are some great tips to conserve heat in your home.

Conserving heat is incredibly effective at reducing your energy usage during winter. A lot of energy is spent on replenishing wasted heat; heat that is lost to cracks or windows.

EcoStreet also has some easy tips to save some money if you don’t want to go to the trouble of re-doing your house’s insulation (or if you’re renting and can’t). Three simple tips can help you save a bunch: turn your thermostat down, turn your water heater down, and close your curtains at night.

A Great product they covered in this post was the low-energy Biobulb. It’s a full-spectrum CFL bulb that creates a natural light, which can be a godsend in the dark, cold, winter months.

Check out their post for all the green winterizing tips.

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