Tocqueville's impression of American attitudes toward the relation of government and religion was formed on his tour of the United States in the early 1830s during the high tide of evangelicalism:
UV rays and solar heat from windows can damage furniture and fabrics and increase your air conditioning bills. To prevent this from happening you could: 1  Window Film: Install special window film on the inside of your glass that blocks UV and solar heat.
Top 10 Home Energy Tips. 1  Wash clothes in cold water to save $63 a year. 2  Install a programmable thermostat to save up to 10% on cooling and heating costs. 3  Use your window shades. Close blinds on the sunny side in summer to keep out the hot sun, and open them in winter to bring in warm rays.  Turn off all lights, appliances and electronics not in use.