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Fighting against global warming does not have to take a lot of effort or money out of your pocket. There is a good deal - perhaps entirely too much - spotlight placed on the importance of energy efficient appliances and cars. Not having the financial means to make these investments is fine, there are cheaper and simpler ways to join the efforts to help our planet.

Your home is the key to helping you combat global warming. Are there electrical appliances, like your computer, turned on when you aren’t using them? As an added bonus, your electricity bill will decrease, saving you money as you help out future generations. You can start by insulating the garage door. There are garage door insulation kits that are easy to install. You can search for insulation kits here.

A general rule of thumb is to turn off the appliances or lights in your house when they are not in use in order to ease up on the electric consumption. If you want to help, this is a free way to do so and it will also likely help your wallet by saving you money on your bills. Another step involves examining your heat so instead of having your thermostat cranked up high, you may want to put on a sweater and turn the heat down. This step - even if reduced by just a few degrees - will have a definite impact on the poisonous emissions coming from your home.

Unfortunately, many individuals do not realize the many benefits to using energy efficient light bulbs, as opposed to traditional ones. You can also save money by switching all or even most of your lights to energy efficient bulbs. Many traditional light bulbs have to be replaced frequently, but energy efficient ones last for at least a year or two without needing to be replaced. Depending on where you shop, you may be able to buy these lights for around five dollars per multi-pack.

Renters, in addition to people who own their home, can help out against global warming. If a window is particularly drafty, for example, it does not take a lot of effort to speak to the landlord about getting that window repaired. Though many people hesitate to bring items such as the hot water heater or insulating blanket up to their landlord, these tips can result in saving him or her money in the long run.

You may not have the financial means needed to purchase a new hybrid or energy efficient car; however, you will still want to take a close look at your methods of transportation. For many, we drive because we want to but don’t actually need to. To better help the environment, try walking, taking a carpool, or utilizing public transportation to reach your destination. Global warming is reduced through the simple act of opting not to use your car three times a week.