2. Have you ever considered turning down your hot water heater?
3. Whenever possible, line dry your clothes. Dryers make up a large portion of your home's energy use, and cutting back your use can save energy and money. By using a clothesline and using your dryer sensibly you have the potential to save around $130 a year.
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4. Avoid harsh chemicals by purchasing eco-friendly cleaning products. This simple switch can provide you with both health and environmental benefits. There are a variety of them out there, and are just as effective as the chemical based cleaners used by the majority. Another cleaning product alternative is using white distilled vinegar. Due to its acidity, it is effective in killing germs on many surfaces. There are many ways to use this environmentally friendly cleaner, many of which can be found on VinegarTips.org.
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5. Wash full loads when doing your laundry. Reducing the amount of loads you wash each week is one way to save both water and money. Skipping one load each week can save you over 10% on your laundry costs.
6. "The department of energy estimates that up to 90% of the energy used during laundry goes to heating the water! Conserve energy (and save some money) by washing your clothes in cold water." (brightnest.com).
Statistics and Research via Energywise.govt.nz | RealSimple.com | BrightNest.com
