Why is undertaking energy efficiency measure important before I install a renewable energy system?
A. ) NV Energy recommends that before you consider installing a renewable energy system you first consider increasing the energy efficiency of your property. By undertaking low cost improvements, such as replacing incandescent with fluorescent lighting, you can significantly lower your electric bill. The low cost improvements and lower electric bill are likely to save you even more money by needing a smaller, less expensive renewable energy system that will produce what you want for your property. By reducing your usage through energy efficiency and conservation, you immediately increase the percentage of power that you generate. For example, if your bill is $100 per month and you produce $20 worth of electricity with your renewable energy system, you are generating 20% of the electricity you use. If you reduce your bill to $60 a month, then you are meeting 33% of your own power needs.
