Did you know that the freezer functions best when it's close to full? This is true for both deep freezers and regular ones. If your freezer has a lot of empty space, it has to work harder to keep the food cold. As a goal, try to keep the freezer at least 2/3 full.So what if you … [Read more...] about Keep the fridge and freezer full to conserve energy
Electricity
Switch to ENERGY STAR rated appliances to save money on bills
ENERGY STAR rated appliances are one great way to save on electricity costs. They can occasionally be more expensive than their inefficient counterparts, but will more than pay for themselves in cheaper energy costs, as they use up to 50% less energy than standard models. You … [Read more...] about Switch to ENERGY STAR rated appliances to save money on bills
Unplug your electronics & appliances
A surprising amount of energy is used by appliances and electronics staying plugged in even when they are not in use. These include computers, stereos, VCRs, DVD players, cell phone chargers and most kitchen appliances. The most simple solution is to install a power strip and … [Read more...] about Unplug your electronics & appliances
Turn off TVs and lights when they are not in use
Leaving an unwatched television turned on is one of the largest energy-wasters in the world. When no one is watching, make sure to shut it off. Likewise, turn off lights when leaving a room. It doesn't seem like a big money saver for a few minutes here and there, but the savings … [Read more...] about Turn off TVs and lights when they are not in use
Be sure to get the right meter reading
Read your meter yourself each month to check your actual power consumption. Then, compare it will the electric company bills. Sometimes utility companies send bills based on estimated meter readings, rather than actual readings. In this case, you may be spending money for more … [Read more...] about Be sure to get the right meter reading