How Many Watts Does a Refrigerator Use?
Refrigerators are one of the most energy intensive devices in your home, after your dryer, washing machine, and air conditioner. By some estimates, it’s responsible for seven percent of household power consumption. Budget conscious
Celebrate! 4 Ways to Minimize Your Carbon Footprint Independence Day Weekend
Did you know most American families used wood as their primary source of energy back in 1776? A lot has changed since then, including our knowledge on energy efficiency. Let’s face it, we’re all
Save Energy to Save the Environment
If every U.S. household traded out just one incandescent light bulb for an LED one, the reduction in pollution would be the equivalent of taking almost 700K cars off the road. When we think
Saving the Environment with Composting
Composting is an excellent way to reduce waste and recycle organic material, including food waste. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), food scraps and yard waste together currently make up more than 30%
Tips to Save Money in the Laundry Room
Is doing laundry anyone’s favorite activity? Probably not. And as far as household appliances go, your washer and dryer are two of the costliest to run. In fact your dryer is most likely the
