Saturday, May 11, 2013

Understanding the True Importance of the Sun

By Maryl Joop


Corrugated steel roofs have been in use since the 1840's and yet are still relatively unused by the general public. Corrugated metal roofing has found its niche in the industrial and commercial realms due to its advantages over the traditional asphalt or clay roofing materials.

When you're living on a tight budget though, it can be hard to find ways to save money. Luckily, you can save money in the energy department as summer approaches with a few, timely tips.

The less often you use the AC, the better. Find every excuse to turn it off and open the windows while it's warming up this spring. A single open window won't offer much relief from the warmth. A cool breeze doesn't enter the home very well unless it has another open window or door to leave through.

Windows open on opposite sides of the home will allow breezes to flow comfortably from entry point to exit. You invite the air in when you provide it an exit strategy.

These solar mounting systems absorb the energy of the sun and transform it into usable energy inside the building. Those that have installed the solar mounting systems are creating their own energy, making visible differences in their energy bill every month.

The second common complaint that most people have concerning corrugated roofing is that it can be too loud when rain hits the surface. The classic "tin roof" effect, as some would say.

But this too is simply a misconception. Modern corrugated metal roofs have little room for vibrations in them which limits the noise they produce during a rain storm to equal or lower levels than the noise produced by other roofing materials.

A last note on car air conditioning, your car uses more fuel to produce colder temperatures but only needs electricity to move the fan faster. If you want your AC on but don't want to use up a lot of fuel, turn up the fan and set your thermostat for higher temperatures.

Keep the thermostat within the "blue zone" (the cold zone), just not to its lowest setting. The help will be subtle, but it will be worth it. Returning to saving money at home, when things get to be a bit too warm in the house, head outside to spend time in the shade of a big tree. The shade combined with a cool breeze can make the afternoon a much more appealing time of day for you.

The best part is, you are finding relief in the natural elements, not the air cooling system in the house. Take advantage of the great outdoors, it will do you some good for your body and soul as well as your wallet.

Natural sunlight has amazing potential for life on earth. As mankind learns to harness its power, life on earth is improved. With a fresh supply of natural, helpful energy, pollution can be reduced, and quality of life can improve in plants, people, and animals. The world benefits daily from this unique resource.




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