Energy Saving Tip #6

Posted at 11:40 AM, Oct. 13, 2008

A Little Star Makes A Big Difference- Buy appliances that feature the Energy Star Label.  They cost a little more, but they are worth it.  Current models are 40% more efficient than older ones and can save up to $15 per month.  Believe it or not, the US Dept. of Energy says that using a energy efficient dishwasher is better than hand washing a sink full of dirty dishes.  Additional tips include using cold water to wash clothes, gas ranges are more efficient that electric and stacked fridge-freezer models use 10-25% less energy than side-by-side models.

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