In an interview with Dean Alexis Abramson of Columbia Climate School, she shared practical tips for homeowners to reduce energy bills and carbon footprints. Highlighting the benefits of renewable energy, she noted that solar and wind power can offer substantial savings and resilience. Insulation is emphasized as a simple yet effective way to lower heating costs, while battery storage systems enhance energy efficiency. The growth of the renewable energy sector is projected to create millions of jobs and elevate its global market value significantly in the coming years.
Solar panels are almost always worth the investment. If I can pay up front to put solar on my roof, that electricity is essentially free to me, and the payback time is less than 12 years for most homes.
The biggest cost of energy in most parts of the country is heating. But something as simple as going to a hardware store, getting some pink insulation and rolling it out into attics and crawl spaces can make a big difference.
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