Definition: The word energy can have many different applications such as when one speaks of the amount of energy (stamina) children have, but in the most general sense, it relates to any usable power that is generated from certain processes. This energy power could be electricity generated from solar, wind, biofuels or water; heating generated from natural or propane gas; or fuels that power a vehicle or tractor. Energy can be from renewable or non-renewable sources and there is much focus on finding and using renewable sources of energy.
For the homemaker, energy generally relates to a source of power be it from electricity, gas, solar, wind or coal that heats or cools the home, or supplies usable power to operate tools, electronics and appliances or lighting. It may also refer to water use.
In most areas, the demand for electricity increases each year but supply often does not match this demand, forcing energy prices to climb. Where electricity is considered the standard type of energy, other sources are referred to alternative energy. Alternative energy could include heating from wood-burning stoves or from propane fuel. Wind turbines or solar panels are also considered alternative methods of producing electricity.
Energy costs for a household can be as high as 20-30% of the monthly budget, especially during periods when heating or cooling is required. Therefore, even a small effort to reduce the amount of energy use, can result in substantial savings. Buying Energy Star appliances or more energy efficient ones are ways to reduce energy use.
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Energy Conservation Tips - How to Save Energy
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Ceiling Fan Rotation
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For the homemaker, energy generally relates to a source of power be it from electricity, gas, solar, wind or coal that heats or cools the home, or supplies usable power to operate tools, electronics and appliances or lighting. It may also refer to water use.
In most areas, the demand for electricity increases each year but supply often does not match this demand, forcing energy prices to climb. Where electricity is considered the standard type of energy, other sources are referred to alternative energy. Alternative energy could include heating from wood-burning stoves or from propane fuel. Wind turbines or solar panels are also considered alternative methods of producing electricity.
Energy costs for a household can be as high as 20-30% of the monthly budget, especially during periods when heating or cooling is required. Therefore, even a small effort to reduce the amount of energy use, can result in substantial savings. Buying Energy Star appliances or more energy efficient ones are ways to reduce energy use.
Read More About Energy:
Energy Conservation Tips - How to Save Energy
Cooling and Heating Tips, Resources
Reduce Energy Waste With Insulators
Ceiling Fan Rotation
Understand the Yellow Energy Guide Label
Video - Energy Saving Tips
Go to Main Energy Page
Go to Home Page
Pronunciation: en.er.gy
Alternate Spellings: energi
Common Misspellings: energi
Examples:
A wind turbine produces energy that can be stored in batteries and used to power the electricity needs of the landowner.
