Computers, printers, copiers, air conditioners, refrigerators and other appliances are available in energy efficient models that will help your home, business or school save money and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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Buy energy efficient appliances!
Thursday, July 15th, 2010Fill it up!
Tuesday, June 29th, 2010Fill your dishwasher before running it. Automatic dishwashers use less water than washing dishes by hand, especially when they are full.
Turn Off Computers
Tuesday, June 22nd, 2010Save energy by turning off individual computers at night and setting network systems to low-power sleep modes. Shutting down just one computer and monitor system can save up to $100 annually.
Avoid the Bags!
Wednesday, June 16th, 2010Consider reusable containers for leftovers (even from restaurants!) and for packing your lunch instead of disposable plastic bags. Containers that you can use over again will reduce emissions from producing plastic bags and be cheaper, too!
Go Small!
Thursday, June 10th, 2010Use your toaster oven or microwave oven instead of a conventional oven and you can consume 50 % less energy, plus it will keep your kitchen cooler in the summer.
Two Sided Printing
Wednesday, May 26th, 2010Be two-faced about it: use both sides of the paper! Many newer printers have two-sided printing capability, so use this as your default setting to save paper.
