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| | | Http://smartroofsolar.com - Solar roofing in roof shingles that have solar cells that can wired into your electric system, reported to pay for year's electicity. Also, gvt. may pay subsidy-check your state at: www.eere.energy.gov |
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| | | www.energystar.gov - Compact flourescent light bulbs which use about 7% less energy than incandescent bulbs. Average cost:$5 with a 5 year guarantee. |
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| | | Conservationminded owners can save energy with products such as solar electric panels, solar tubular skylights, solar water and air heating systems, small wind turbines, energy efficient appliances, rain-water collection systems, and a solar attic fan. |
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