You don’t have to spend a lot of time or money to use green energy. Reducing your electricity consumption does not have to be complicated, and will help keep the environment healthy. Learn how to harness green energy to help the environment and yourself by reading this article.

Use a solar-solar powered system to heat water. Solar water heaters use the sun’s energy to heat water resulting in energy savings. You may get tax deductions to offset the expense of installing some of this technology.

Keep drapes drawn when you are not home. This keeps your home cooler naturally, reducing the strain on your air conditioner and saving energy. Pay particular attention to covering the windows on the south side of your house. They typically admit the most sun. Window coverings such as roller shades, roman shades or dark curtains can be used on all windows.

When you are not …