Washing clothes in cold water is a huge money saver. Almost 90% of the energy used to clean clothes goes towards heating the water. This is a simple tip to remember each time you do a load of laundry, and an immediate cost saver.The average American household does about 8 loads … [Read more...] about Wash clothes in cold water to save $150/year
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Install a programmable thermostat to save 10-20% on the heating bill
Programmable thermostats can be found at any hardware store and are easy to install. You can set them to automatically adjust the temperature according to time of day. For example: you can program it to turn down or off for the hours you are at work, and have it start up an … [Read more...] about Install a programmable thermostat to save 10-20% on the heating bill
Keep the fridge and freezer full to conserve energy
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
Stay cool for less, with a fan
For a small investment, a fan can save you big money on air conditioning each and every month.Ceiling fans are an extremely efficient way to cool a house. They help circulate air, moving cooler air around a house or apartment, thereby decreasing the need for air conditioning. … [Read more...] about Stay cool for less, with a fan
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