Don't stand in front of an open refrigerator door or freezer and think about what you want to eat. Decide beforehand, then open it up. Open doors cause the cold air to leak out, so the fridge has to work harder to keep food cold.A LOZO expert posted this tip. … [Read more...] about Keep the refrigerator door closed
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Use the microwave
Microwave ovens work faster but use half the power of an oven. They'll save cooking time, too.A LOZO expert posted this tip. … [Read more...] about Use the microwave
Unplug a charged mobile phone
Once the phone is fully charged, unplug it. Keeping it plugged in will just waste electricity, and shorten battery life.A LOZO expert posted this tip. … [Read more...] about Unplug a charged mobile phone
Use a humidifier during winter to lower energy costs
Adding a humidifier to the home during a dry winter will help keep the air warmer, and more moisture in your skin. Because dry air retains less heat, it actually feels cooler against the skin. With humidifiers, you can turn down the thermostat by a few degrees and save on heating … [Read more...] about Use a humidifier during winter to lower energy costs
Skip the drying cycle in the dishwasher
The heat dry feature on dishwashers is the cycle that uses the most energy. Instead, stop the dishwasher during the dry cycle. Open the door to let air in, and the dishes will dry just as well, while using less energy.A LOZO expert posted this tip. … [Read more...] about Skip the drying cycle in the dishwasher