Energy Hog

During the hell-hot days of summer, it's tempting to get inside, blast the air conditioning and go about your life. But, air conditioners are huge energy hogs and if you can get by using a ceiling fan instead, your electricity bill will show the dividends. For example, a ceiling fan uses somewhere between 15-95 watts depending on the speed, while a window air conditioner uses 500-1400 watts and a central air conditioner uses over 3,500 watts. So, try opening a window, turning on the ceiling fan and imagining yourself in Antarctica.

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