1.Un-plug
Gadgets, electronics, and small appliances create a lot of heat, even in the off position. When not in use, keep the plugs out of the outlet. This will reduce the heat output and save energy. As a result, you will save money.
2. Use Natural Light
Even eco-friendly and energy efficient light bulbs produce heat. Take advantage of the longer days and the natural light we get to enjoy in the summer. Only turn a light on when necessary. You might be surprised how much you can accomplish without turning them on.
3.Think outside the Box
Fans aren’t just for blowing air around your house. Turn your box fan around and put it in the window to pull the hot air outside. You may not know this, but ceiling fans run in both directions. Adjust the fan so it runs counter-clockwise, which will pull the hot air up to the ceiling instead of just whirl it around the room.
4.Veto the Oven and Stove
Prepare food that doesn’t require the oven to avoid creating more heat in the house. Eating cold food keeps you cooler as well. Also, eating smaller lighter meals that are easier to digest reduces body heat. If you must have hot food, choose to grill instead.
5. Generate a Cross Breeze
Open some windows and place fans across from them. Place yourself in the middle. You will get cooled down in no time. The outside air combines with the swirling air from the fan creating a nice cooling cross breeze. Use as many windows and fans as you have. You can use a spray bottle and squirt cold water into the fan. Ooh la la.
6. Oh… Sheet
Hang a wet sheet over an open window. The outside air blowing through the sheet will instantly reduce the temperature. You can use a spray bottle to keep it wet. Wet the top sheet on your bed. A cool wet sheet over your body will bring the temperature down nicely.
