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Green Tip #24
Use the recirculation feature in your car when the AC is on ? it cools the already cool air in your car down, lowering the temps faster.
Household products for daily use that will help save energy. There are dozens of ways you can save energy and reduce carbon emissions by changing the household goods that you use. Fluorescent bulbs, LED lights, solar powered gadgets, and rechargeable batteries are just a few.
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Switching to compact fluorescent (CFL) or LED lights is a simple way to help reduce the demand for fossil fuel power and CO2 emissions. AEGS has an attractive selection of bulbs for your everyday needs that typically reduce your use of watts by 80% with an average life of 6 years when used normally. From baby’s rooms to ceiling fans we have bulbs for you.
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The ultimate solution to the energy and global warming crisis will come from the power of the human mind. These kits will inspire you to understand how alternative energy works, and lead you in the direction of finding solutions.
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For those ready to take the next step and begin building their own alternative energy solutions, we offer an array of the components you will need to make that happen.
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Dynamo Solar Radio, by Solar Winds Item no: SW701 DYNAMO RADIO – solar powered, manual wind-up and rechargeable with side light included. High fidelity speaker makes this an excellent Exposing the radio to sun or incandescent light will automatically store the energy. Very cool, very efficient – compact (3.5” x 8” x 1.5”) to take along or for around the house. In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $35 Our Price: $28.95 |
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Solar Rechargeable Submersable Water Proof Flashlight, by Solar Winds Item no: SW719 Efficient waterproof flashlight charges itself from the sun. It can also be used as a AA NiMH battery charger. The flashlight has storage compartments for extra batteries and bulbs. In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $18 Our Price: $14.95 |
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Solar Universal Battery Charger, by Solar Winds Item no: SW698 Solar powered charger charges AAA (1-2 hours*), AA (3-4 hours*), C (6-8 hours*), and D (9-12 hours*) NiMH cells entirely from the sun. Batteries not included. Charges two batteries at a time. In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $25 Our Price: $19.50 |
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Solar 11 in 1 Battery Charger w/Meter, by Solar Winds Item no: SW879 Solar powered charger with built-in charging meter. Charges AA (3-4 Hrs), AAA (1-2Hrs), C(6-8 Hrs), and D (9-12 Hrs) NiMH cells and a range of GUM Prismatic Batteries. No batteries are included. In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $30 Our Price: $24.95 |
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Switching to compact fluorescent (CFL) or LED lights is a simple way to help reduce the demand for fossil fuel power and CO2 emissions. AEGS has an attractive selection of bulbs for your everyday needs that typically reduce your use of watts by 80% with an average life of 6 years when used normally. From baby’s rooms to ceiling fans we have bulbs for you.
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60W Standard Bulb Style CFL, by Feit Item no: FEL15 Who says CFLs have to look like a DNA model? This standard CFL looks exactly like . . . a standard incandecent, but uses a quarter as much power, and lasts up to 4 times longer. This bulb will save over $30 in electric costs over its expected lifetime of 6,000 hours. The bulb measures 4-1/2 inches high by 2-1/4 inches wide. In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $10 Our Price: $7.45 |
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25W Ceiling Fan Style CFL, by Feit Item no: FESL5 Who says CFLs have to look unusual? This new style of bulb from Feit looks just like and is the same size as a standard ceiling fan bulb, but uses a fifth as much power, and lasts up to 5 times longer. This bulb will save over $20 in electric costs over its expected lifetime of 8,000 hours. Bulb is 4 inches high by 2 inches wide. Great for ceiling fans. In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $8 Our Price: $5.49 |
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Complete 75W Globe Light Fixture and 10,000 Hr CFL Item no: GL18W This great package includes a ceiling mount light fixture plus CFL bulb with a rated 75W output eqiuvalent and 10,000 hour lifetime. This light uses only 18W, and will save over $68 in operating costs during its lifetime. 6 inch diameter ceiling mount globe, GU24 style bulb. In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $20 Our Price: $12.99 |
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60W Dimmable Cool White Twist CFL Bulb, by Feit Item no: FE15DM Finally, a dimmable CFL. This standard twist-style CFL will replace any of your regular incandescents, save a bunch of money, and is dimmable, too!. This bulb will save over $43 in electric costs over its expected lifetime of 8,000 hours. Bulb is 4-1/2 inches high by 2-1/2 inches wide, and uses only 15 watts of power. Works with most dimmer switches. You cannot mix CFLs and incandescent bulbs on the same dimmer switch. In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $12 Our Price: $8.99 |
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50W CFL Replacement For Halogen 12V MR16 Systems, by Feit Item no: FEEXN Now you can replace those hot, expensive halogen spotlight bulbs with a cool, energy efficient CFL, without losing brightness or effect. For use in 12 Volt MR16 bulbs up to 50W. These bulbs give the same look as a halogen bulb, but uses a tenth as much power, and lasts up to 7 times longer. This bulb will save over $50 in electric costs over its expected lifetime of 10,000 hours. Bulb is 1-1/2 inches high by 2 inches wide. In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $11 Our Price: $7.95 |
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65W Standard Indoor Flood Style CFL, by Feit Item no: FER30 One of Feits great line of indoor flood CFLs. Generally intended for recessed or can applications, these bulbs look just like their incandescent counterparts, but they use a quarter as much power, and last up to 5 times longer. This bulb will save over $45 in electric costs over its expected lifetime of 8,000 hours. This is a standard flood, and replaces R30 style bulbs. Bulb is 5-1/4 inches high by 4 inches wide. We think you will find the light from this bulb to be brighter and smoother than a regular flood. In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $9 Our Price: $7.98 |
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120W Standard High-Output Indoor Flood Style CFL, by Feit Item no: FER40 One of Feits great line of indoor flood CFLs. Generally intended for recessed or can applications, these bulbs look just like their incandescent counterparts, but they use a fifth as much power, and last up to 4 times longer. This bulb will save over $70 in electric costs over its expected lifetime of 6,000 hours. This is a standard large flood, and replaces R40 style bulbs. Bulb is 6 inches high by 4-1/2 inches wide. We think you will find the light from this bulb to be brighter and smoother than a regular flood. In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $12 Our Price: $10.75 |
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LED Night Light with Power Failure Light, by Feit Item no: FENL2 This great LED night light has an internal battery and works as a night light at night and an emergency power failure light when the power goes out. Internal battery will provide light for 3 hours after the power fails. LED night light will last for up to 100,000 hours, or about 8-10 years of regular use. Costs only 25 cents per year to operate, and will save over $15 in electric costs over its life. Turns off automatically in daylight. In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $8 Our Price: $6.97 |
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Bright LED Night Light, by Feit Item no: FENL4 This bright 3-LED night light includes a light sensor that automatically turns the light on and off. This LED night light lasts for up to 100,000 hours - about 9 years of regular use. It costs only about 5 cents per year to operate, and will save over $20 in electric costs over its life. In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $6 Our Price: $5.25 |
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3-Way Twist 50-100-150 CFL, by Feit Item no: FEL50 You probably didn't know you could replace your favorite 3-Way lamp bulbs with a CFL, but now you can! These bulbs use onlya fifth as much power as an incandescent, and last up to 5 times longer. This bulb will save over $100 in electric costs over its expected lifetime of 8,000 hours. This is a twist style bulb, and canot be used in fixtures where the shade attaches to the bulb, and must be used in 3-Way sockets only. Bulb is 6 inches high by 3 inches wide. In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $13 Our Price: $10.75 |
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The ultimate solution to the energy and global warming crisis will come from the power of the human mind. These kits will inspire you to understand how alternative energy works, and lead you in the direction of finding solutions.
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Solar Educational Ferris Wheel Kit Item no: SW905 Experiment with solar energy with this kit and instruction book. It includes a solar array that can be wired to several accessories, including a moving Ferris Wheel, a music box, and lamp, and other items that run off of the motor. Hours of fun and learning! In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $20 Our Price: $15.95 |
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Green Solar Power House, by Thames & Kosmos Item no: TK114 In this kit, you can learn about alternative energy and sustainable living by conducting experiments and building energy-related models. Experiment with the heating, cooling, and insulation of the house and greenhouse. Test passive solar collection methods, assemble a solar power array, build a model refrigerator, experiment with a lemon battery, set up a wind turbine, and much more. 30 great experiments and 10 building projects. In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $90 Our Price: $79.75 |
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Fuel Cell Car and Experiment Kit, by Thames & Kosmos Item no: TK710 Multi-powered experimental model car demonstrating many scientific power sources such as fuel cells, solar, and electrolosis. A volt meter is included. This interesting experimental kit is fun for builders young and old. Complete with a 96 page experiment book. Ages 12 and up. In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $170 Our Price: $132.95 |
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Physics Solar Workshop, by Thames & Kosmos Item no: TK715 A great introduction to practical applications of solar energy. This kit teaches you how to build 12 different solar projects. Projects like a tractor, truck, construction crane, windmill and many more will keep your young ones entertained while they learn how solar energy can be used. Age 8 and up. 64 page book, covering 30 different experiments. In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $60 Our Price: $51.50 |
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Fuel Cell X7 Hydrogen Powered Car, by Thames & Kosmos Item no: TK777 Build this model car that runs on tap water! This unique model car operates on a reversible fuel cell. Simplicity of construction and ease of use makes for fun experimentation for younger builders. Complete with a 16 page experiment book. In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $105 Our Price: $78.95 |
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Wind Power - Renewable Energy Science Kit Item no: TK913 Build a working wind turbine to harness power out of thin air! Conduct more than 20 experiments with your wind turbine, including experiments with different numbers of rotor blades, different blade angles and profiles, different wind speeds, and different gear ratios. Use the wind turbine to generate mechanical power to lift a heavy weight or generate electricity to light up an LED and charge a rechargeable battery. In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $50 Our Price: $44.75 |
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Solar Deluxe Educational Kit, by Solar Winds Item no: SW723 Learn the basics of electricity and solar energy with this kit and instruction book. It includes a solar array that can be wired in six different combinations from 4.5 V, 100mA to 1.5V 300mA. Accessories include: a music box, lamp, fan and other items that run off of the motor. It make a great starter kit. In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $15 Our Price: $13.95 |
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Enviro Battery, by Carlile Company Item no: CC2235 The cleanest energy sources you could find on earth. Use materials from nature like a potato, mud or even water to light up a light bulb or to activate a music chip. It's an amazing environmental science kit! In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $12 Our Price: $11.49 |
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Dynamo Torch, by Carlile Company Item no: CC2236 Turn a simple motor into a generator which converts hand motion to electric energy and powers a light bulb. No batteries, no pollution. Just amazement! The generator can be used as an awesome emergency torch! In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $12 Our Price: $9.95 |
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Windmill Generator, by Carlile Company Item no: CC2273 See the power of the wind turn a simple motor into a generating electric energy No battery. No pollution. Just amazement! In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $12 Our Price: $11.99 |
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Solar Motion Ferris Wheel Item no: CC5206 The Ferris wheel slowly spins around, eliciting memories of carefree summer days at the local fair. The Solar Motion Ferris Wheel is also a clever desktop lamp. The swiveling solar panel can get its power either from direct sunlight or from the lamp. Rotate the solar panel to face the sun, or if there's not enough sunlight in your work environment, plug in the lamp and turn the solar panel to face it. A very attractive and fun motion toy for your office. In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $45 Our Price: $39.00 |
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Solar Wooden Airplane Model, by Solar Winds Item no: SW629A Very nice model airplane made from sturdy balsa wood. Prop rotates using a solar cell. Kit includes everything needed to make the airplane - including glue! In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $21 Our Price: $17.50 |
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Solar Wooden Gramaphone Model, by Solar Winds Item no: SW629B Very nice model gramaphone made from sturdy balsa wood. Plays music using a solar cell. The kit includes everything needed to make the gramaphone - including glue! In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $21 Our Price: $17.50 |
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Solar Wooden Helicopter Model, by Solar Winds Item no: SW629C Very nice model helicopter made from sturdy balsa wood. Blades rotate using a solar cell. The kit includes everything needed to make the helicopter - including glue! In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $21 Our Price: $17.50 |
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Solar Musical Key Chain, by Solar Winds Item no: SW802 Charming keychain with light. It plays the Disney favorite, It's a Small World when left in the sunlight. In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $4 Our Price: $2.50 |
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For those ready to take the next step and begin building their own alternative energy solutions, we offer an array of the components you will need to make that happen.
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3-12 V Solar Panel and 9 V/AA Battery Charger, by Solar Winds Item no: SW884 Cool experimenters' kit includes solar panel that can be switched on or off. In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $26 Our Price: $19.95 |
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200ma .45V Solar Cell, by Solar Winds Item no: SW8162 This 200mA, 0.45V solar cell comes in a heavy duty case and includes easy-to-use screw on metal connecting rods for energizing a project - serial or parallel connections with similar cells for larger projects. In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $4 Our Price: $2.95 |
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400ma .45V Solar Cell, by Solar Winds Item no: SW8163 This 400mA, 0.45V solar cell comes in a heavy duty case and includes easy-to-use screw on metal connecting rods for energizing a project. The rods can be used in serial or parallel connections with similar cells for larger projects. In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $6 Our Price: $4.75 |
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400ma .9V Solar Cell, by Solar Winds Item no: SW8164 This 400mA, 0.9V solar cell comes in a heavy duty case and includes easy-to-use screw on metal connecting rods for energizing a project or serial or parallel connections with similar cells for larger projects. In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $10 Our Price: $8.75 |
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DC Motor for Solar Cells, by Solar Winds Item no: SWMOT Great little DC motor for using with solar cells. Runs off 1.5 v, 300ma, 450mw In stock for immediate shipment. Suggested retail pr: $4 Our Price: $2.95 |
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