During the winter season if you live in a temperate area of the world; it is important to open the shades,drapes, blinds, and any other window treatment on sunny days to allow for passive solar light and heating on south facing windows. This solar warming and lighting is "free heating and lighting" and contributes no emissions to the environment.
After the sun sets it is then a good idea to shut the window shades, etc. to retain the passive heat generated from the sunny day.
When planning to build a new home or addition; it is a good idea to consider siting the home with as much southern exposure as the property will allow and plan window exposure to create as much potential passive solar energy as you can.
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