Environment is getting murkier day by day. It is an effect of global warming. It may lead to even worse weather conditions. So, we as a conscious human being ought to contribute for the betterment of the environment that surrounds us.

One of the easiest way to protect our environment is by saving energy. Energy as per scientific convention can never be created nor destroyed. It gets transformed from one form to other. So, the less we spend the more we save. I have listed a few ways to cut down energy usage. Some of you may already know about these ways but it is always good to be reminded.

These tips can also help you to reduce electricity bill.

1. Sleep or Hibernate rather than screen saver

There is a myth that screen savers save energy which actually is not true. If you are not using computer for a certain time it is better to put it into sleep mode. And if you are not going to use the computer for a longer period but want to save the workspace, hibernate mode is always recommended.

Setting computers, monitors, and copiers to use sleep-mode when not in use help cut energy costs by approximately 40%.

2. Unplug external devices not in use and turn-off unused hardware

Unplug the devices such as external hard drive, bluetooth etc. when they are not in use. Hardware connected to computer regardless of being used or not draw significant memory.

Now a days computers come with in-built hardware like bluetooth, Wifi etc. If these are not in use turn them off. It will also help to improve battery life in mobile devices like laptop, mobile phones, etc.

3. Unplug unused battery chargers

Even when battery chargers are not in use they draw a small amount of power. Unplug them while not in use. This saves energy.

4. Close unused applications

Your computer becomes slow when you open more applications. It also affects the power consumption. So, avoid running unused applications.

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If you know more tips to save energy, share with us.

We spend the maximum time working on computer. This work style can put us at risk of getting neck, shoulder and upper back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, and lower back and sciatic nerve pain.

The right posture and a few precautions can save us from this risk. Lovelyn Bettison is a licensed massage therapist. She has shared some tips at Problogger. Some of the highlights are:

• Carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by compression of the nerve that runs through the wrist into the hand. it can cause atrophy of the muscles in the hand and loss of the ability to grip.
• Sciatica can develop from sitting down too long.
• If you slouch with your shoulders rounded forward, you’ll get upper back and neck pain.
• Holding your hand on the mouse causes tension in your neck and shoulders.
• Self massage can also help prevent these problems.
• Eating a healthy diet and drinking plenty of water will help you be healthy.

Read the full article at http://www.problogger.net/archives/2008/09/21/how-to-avoid-the-physical-hazards-of-blogging/.

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