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This document summarizes an article that debunks four common myths about going green. The myths addressed are: 1) That turning lights off and on frequently wastes more energy than leaving them on, 2) That going green is too expensive, 3) That appliances not in use do not use any power, and 4) That small changes do not make a meaningful impact. The document provides brief explanations for each myth and emphasizes that going green can be inexpensive and that small individual actions do contribute significantly to environmental protection.
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posted Aug 9, 2016, 12:35 AM by Janique Goff [ updated Aug 9, 2016, 12:36 AM ]
Going green isn't as hard as many people think. It's also not that expensive either. These
misconceptions make it difficult for many to jump onto the green bandwagon. Here are some
common myths about going green that have been debunked:
Turning off the lights when you leave a room
Light bulbs lose power faster the more you turn them on and off. If you're only going to leave
the room for a couple of minutes, it's fine (better, even) to leave the lights on. This only
applies when you use compact fluorescent lights (CFL) though; for incandescent bulbs,
turning them off should be a habit. To note, CFLs are better for the environment even if they
are a bit more expensive to get.
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Going green is expensive
Solar panels and new windows may cost a lot more but there are ways to "go green" on a
budget. Turning off lights, conserving water, or unplugging unused appliances are some of the
ways to help save the environment without breaking the bank.
Appliances that are off don't use power
Just because the television is not turned on, it doesn’t mean it's not consuming any power.
Vampire power or standby power is a real thing and it's the power any piece of equipment
uses when it's off. A solution to this is to unplug all appliances when not in use. Another
option can be to use a power strip; just be careful not to overload everything in the same one.
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- 1. 3/20/2018 Green Gossip: Four Major Green Myths Debunked - Janique Goff https://sites.google.com/site/goffjanique/blog/greengossipfourmajorgreenmythsdebunked 1/2 Janique Goff Welcome About Janique Goff Blog Green Gossip: Four Major Green Myths Debunked Innovations For Sustainable And Environment- Friendly Practices In Washing Laundry Investing in Hybrid Vehicles: Is It Worth It? People Who Have Made a Positive Impact On The Environment Small Changes, Big Improvement: Creating an Environment- friendly Home The Simplest Technologies Are The Most Effective In Saving The Environment Contact Sitemap Blog > Green Gossip: Four Major Green Myths Debunked posted Aug 9, 2016, 12:35 AM by Janique Goff [ updated Aug 9, 2016, 12:36 AM ] Going green isn't as hard as many people think. It's also not that expensive either. These misconceptions make it difficult for many to jump onto the green bandwagon. Here are some common myths about going green that have been debunked: Turning off the lights when you leave a room Light bulbs lose power faster the more you turn them on and off. If you're only going to leave the room for a couple of minutes, it's fine (better, even) to leave the lights on. This only applies when you use compact fluorescent lights (CFL) though; for incandescent bulbs, turning them off should be a habit. To note, CFLs are better for the environment even if they are a bit more expensive to get. Image source: thisoldhouse.com Going green is expensive Solar panels and new windows may cost a lot more but there are ways to "go green" on a budget. Turning off lights, conserving water, or unplugging unused appliances are some of the ways to help save the environment without breaking the bank. Appliances that are off don't use power Just because the television is not turned on, it doesn’t mean it's not consuming any power. Vampire power or standby power is a real thing and it's the power any piece of equipment uses when it's off. A solution to this is to unplug all appliances when not in use. Another option can be to use a power strip; just be careful not to overload everything in the same one. Search this site
- 2. 3/20/2018 Green Gossip: Four Major Green Myths Debunked - Janique Goff https://sites.google.com/site/goffjanique/blog/greengossipfourmajorgreenmythsdebunked 2/2 Image source: smallfootprintfamily.com Small changes don't matter Everything humans do, no matter how small, has a big impact on the Earth. This same principle applies to the green movement. Every little thing counts; even simple things like smarter shopping and energy saving at home can make a huge difference. Hi, I'm Janique Goff. Follow me on Twitter for more tips and tricks to start going green. Sign in | Recent Site Activity | Report Abuse | Print Page | Powered By Google Sites Comments You do not have permission to add comments.