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Save Energy in the Fall (Thu, 10 Sep 2009)
Summer is winding down, and the seasons aren’t the only thing in transition. Your energy bills are about to change too. For those of us with cold winters, the nights will get chilly and soon the leaves will be falling. For those in warmer climates, well, you’ll be experiencing a more pleasant transformation, where you’ll see your air conditioner usage decline and your energy bills go down somewhat dramatically. No matter where you live, a change in season means a change in your energy usage. Since the biggest change right now ...
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Why air conditioner “sizing” can be inaccurate and just plain wrong (Wed, 08 Jul 2009)
When you size your room for an air conditioner, or when a professional uses energy calculators to size a room for cooling system installation, there is a hidden variable that everyone misses – even the pros. Do you know what it is? The answer is people. People and to a lesser extent, pets. In other words, the occupants of the house. I’m not talking about your energy habits, like keeping the thermostat in check and weatherproofing your windows – though that is important. There is actually a more obvious but “hidden” component we all forget ...
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