A Few Tips To Reduce Appliance Energy Consumption

Responsible for about 21% of a typical home’s energy usage, appliances consume more energy than you think. Learn how ENERGY STAR certified appliances use up to 50% less energy than standard models without losing any features or functionality.

Refrigerators
On average, refrigerators make up about 8% of your home’s energy usage. ENERGY STAR certified refrigerators use about 15% less energy than non-certified models. When looking for a new model, consider a top-mounted freezer (uses about 10% to 25% less energy), a smaller refrigerator (ideally 16-20 cubic feet) and no ice maker and dispenser.

To save more energy:
- Set your refrigerator between 35° and 38°F.
- Set your freezer between 0° and 5°F.
- Position your refrigerator in a cool location away from heat sources, such as an oven, furnace register or direct sunlight.
- Make sure you provide a few inches of open space behind the refrigerator for air to circulate.

Clothes Washers
Water heating consumes about 90% of the energy used when washing clothes. ENERGY STAR certified clothes washers remove more water in the spin cycle, reducing the amount of time you need to run the dryer.

To save more energy:
- Consider a front-loading washer. They use nearly 40% less water and 50% less energy than top-loading machines.
- Change your washer settings from hot to warm. You’ll cut your energy use by 50%.
- Switch to the cold water setting to save even more.

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