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ENERGY QUICK
TIPS
REDUCE LIGHT
POLLUTION
PREVENT WILDLIFE
ELECTROCUTIONS
ENERGY
RESOURCES
START REDUCING YOUR ENERGY USAGE
Our online guide to energy reduction and reducing light pollution aims to help Nosara businesses and residents on all things energy. Our energy quick tips and resources are a robust list what to do, who to contact, and what to buy to reduce your energy needs. Learn more about the Lights Out and Stop the Shocks programs that help wildlife avoid injury and thrive in their natural habitats.
ENERGY EFFICIENT PRODUCTS QUICK TIPS
HOW TO REDUCE YOUR IMPACT
Purchase ENERGY STAR certified appliances.
Use LED bulb or tube lighting.
Use a solar water heater.
Install solar panels.
Use motion sensors or smart features for indoor and outdoor lighting.
Turn off appliances when not in use.
Regularly maintain your major appliances to keep them running efficiently, e.g., clean air filters in AC units, clean coils in refrigerator.
Limit light pollution. Outdoor lights should be directed downward or shielded and yellow or red bulbs should be used. See Lights Out flyer for more info.
Insulate transformer & power lines adjacent to property. Burying power lines underground is the best practice to protect wildlife.
AIR CONDITIONER UNITS QUICK TIPS
HOW TO REDUCE YOUR IMPACT
DID YOU KNOW?
Light pollution affects nocturnal wildlife, especially nesting sea turtles and hatchlings. Beachfront lighting, skyglow, and other forms of light pollution discourage nesting sea turtles, disorient hatchlings, and disrupt nocturnal wildlife.
SAVE ENERGY & REDUCE LIGHT POLLUTION
Run your AC units efficiently, and avoid using AC when possible.
Stick with a steady temperature. For best use, pick a comfortable temperature and leave it there. AC units are most efficient when left running, and not constantly turned on or off. Do turn them off if you’ll be away for a day or more.
Use Auto fan speed. Utilize the “auto fan” setting to optimize energy efficiency.
Clean your AC units regularly. AC units work best with clean filters. You should also clean the outside unit.
Get a smart control for your AC unit.
HELP US STOP THE SHOCKS
Electrocutions can be stopped. With generous donations from the public, International Animal Rescue Costa Rica is able to target high-risk areas by purchasing wildlife protection equipment and rope bridges. Donate to STOP THE SHOCKS and sponsor insulating an electrocution hot spot near you, or if you are building include this into your budget. The cost of insulating a transformer is $1,000-3,000. Contact IAR Costa Rica.
COSTA RICA USES 100% RENEWABLE ENERGY
The good news is Costa Rica uses 100% renewable energy (wind, solar, geothermal, water), but you should still have ways of reducing your impact on wildlife, the ocean, and energy bills. Energy reduction guides, resources, and quick tips are provided on this page.
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