| There are some things that make sense and others that will not. Changing light bulbs to all LED is simple and economical. Buying a new car that gets better gas mileage and/or moving to an EV or EVH doesn't actually make sense unless you intend to use that car over a period of time that actually amortizes it. That's why it is generally not a great idea to lease a vehicle. But this is contrary to popular belief because there is no catch-all for everyone. I have a 30 mile commute. If I maintain my vehicle and add in fuel costs, it is cheaper to maintain an older vehicle and fuel it than it is to try and amortize the cost of a new vehicle over it's span. That is, in my humble opinion. If I apply the same techniques here, you have to make decisions about how you live your life in the domicle you've chosen. You'd think it... common sense not to leave the lights on, radio (or BT speaker, whatever 2024), fridge doors open, preheating your stove or oven unintentionally or without focus (preheating and being distracted, wasteful). Ultimately technology won't save us. Hopefully common sense will. Hopefully. But we know how hopeful things go. |