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Energy Conservation vs. Energy Efficiency

By Solar energy | December 31, 2008

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Energy Conservation vs. Energy Efficiency

Joining the solar energy revolution requires a new vocabulary. It means research, investigation, and a learning curve. Switching to solar energy requires, well…energy.

Going solar is a process. The steps of the process are:
•    Conservation
•    Efficiency
•    Solar

Initially, you may wonder about the difference in conservation and efficiency when it comes to reducing home energy consumption.

Simply stated, energy conservation involves conscious action; energy efficiency involves technological improvements. Conservation calls to mind sacrifice. Efficiency is about working smarter.

You need both conservation and efficiency on this solar journey.

The Alliance to Save Energy (ASE) has written an excellent article distinguishing between energy conservation and energy efficiency.

Also read this article for more information on the conservation vs efficiency discussion.

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    June 29th, 2009 at 8:55 am

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