Reply #70: do you have CFLBs and an electric kettle? [View All]

we found that switching to compact fluorescent light bulbs and an electric kettle saved us much money in energy costs.

our gas was rising to needless levels, so we turned the electric kettle so that we'd have a continuously warm cup of water for coffee without wasting gas. used to leave the kettle on low to leave the water warm, so wasteful. electric kettles are often thermally insulated so it is easier to retain heat than metal stove kettles. also they have an auto-shut off so they don't waste more energy than you need to get the water boiling.

and the light bulbs saved so much energy so far. i cannot imagine going back to incandescent bulbs now. pennies on the dollar.

if you are in a really tight budget check your state and regional discounts and local charities for personal alternative energy generation. there's a few around here that will help qualified in-need households to get access to solar tiles, small windmills, sky lights, etc. at cost or free. my family does not qualify, but if you are in trouble it would be a great way to minimize your energy bills.