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One of the many challenges we all face is that of reducing energy consumption, which is slowly killing our planet. Yes, we can be ignorant, we continue to leave lights on and leave TVs on standby not to mention not installing energy efficient lightbulbs!

Whilst we are to blame for these actions, a lot of blame has to be laid firmly at the door of big buinesses, housing developers and governments across the world who’ve failed to contribute anything meaningful to real, cost effective renewable energy!

We are a slave to energy, there is no doubt about that, and when you also factor in the ever increasing costs associated with energy consumption, then energy usage becomes bad financially as well as environmentally. There are ways with which we can improve or reduce our energy usage, and these can also help the environment.

The installation of Solar Panels and Wind turbines can seriously reduce your monthly energy costs by up to 80%. Both methods are very environmentally friendly, and the energy produced is free! Most businesses who install renewable energy at home will charge upwards of $3000+ for such products, meaning you will not see any financial benefit until at least 5 years, perhaps longer! So unless you are blessed with a substantial budget, these alternative energy sources are unrealistic for the majority of us.

However, in my research for cheaper alternatives to installing renewable energy at home I found this fantastic site, earth4energy - it promises that you can actually install and run renewable energy for about $400. The program does require a little DIY, but if, like me, you fancy yourself in the DIY department then there is no reason why the products cannot be produced for a lot less! I am no accountant, but my build cost of around $375 dollars will have paid for itself within 3 months based upon my current savings. Thereafter saving me considerable energy costs. The guide will set you back a few dollars, but in my professional opinion, it is a good long term investment, both financially and for the environment!

So take five mins, and click to visit the Earth 4 Energy website, and improve your energy usage today!