DISHWASHER 75.When buying a dishwasher, look for an energy-efficient model with air power or overnight dry setting. These features automatically turn off the dishwasher after the rinse cycle. This can save you up to 10% of your dishwashing energy costs. 76. Scrape dishes and rinse with cold water before loading them into the dishwasher. Avoid using the dishwasher’s pre-rinse cycle. 77. Don’t use the “rinse-hold” on your machine for just a few soiled dishes. It uses several gallons of hot water each time you use it. 78. Run full loads. Always wait until you have a full load before running your dishwasher. Full loads use the same amount of hot water and energy as smaller loads. You run fewer loads and save energy. 79. Use short cycles. Select the shortest cycle that properly cleans your dishes. Shorter cycles use less hot water and less energy. 80. Skip rinsing the dishes. If you do rinse, use cold water. 81. Clean the filter. If your dishwasher has a filter screen, clean it regularly. A clean appliance runs more efficiently. 82. Don’t bother pre-rinsing dishes with the idea that your dishwasher will work less hard. BUYING NEW APPLIANCES 83. Remember that it pays to invest in energy efficiency. In some cases, the money you save in energy costs can pay back the purchase price in just a few years. 84. Always read the Energy Guide label carefully, and make sure you’re comparing “apples to apples.” Energy use can range significantly even within a single brand. 85. Choose the capacity that’s right for your family. Whether it’s a furnace or a refrigerator, it doesn’t pay to purchase a unit that’s too large or too small. 86. In almost every case, a natural gas appliance is more economical to use than an electric model. The $50-75 price difference can be paid back in energy savings in less than a year. 87. Replace inefficient appliances – even if they’re still working. An aging water heater or refrigerator could be costing you much more than you think. If your central air conditioner is more than 10 years old, replacing it with a high- efficiency new unit will cut your summer electric bills by about one-third. 88. Shop during the off-season. Many heating and cooling manufacturers offer significant rebates during seasonal sales promotions, and dealers may charge less for installation. 89. Investigate new technology carefully. Some innovations, like convection ovens or argon- filled windows, may save energy and make life more convenient; others, such as commercial- grade kitchen appliances, might be merely expensive cosmetic enhancements. 90. Look for the “Energy Star” logo. This designation from the Environmental Protection Agency means that the appliance exceeds minimum federal energy- use standards, usually by a significant amount. 91. Don’t forget to ask about warranties, service contracts, and delivery and installation costs. WASHER, DRYER & LAUNDRY 92.Wash clothes in warm or cold water instead of hot water. Rinse in cold water; this can save you about $50 per year. 93. Put a dry towel in the dryer with each load of wet clothes. The towel will absorb dampness and reduce drying time, thus saving energy and money. 94. Fill washers and clothes dryers but do not overload them. 95. Clean the lint screen after each load of laundry and check the exhaust regularly. Clogged, dirty lint screens and exhausts can increase drying time and energy usage. 96. Use a front-loading washing machine; they require less water and energy than other washing machines. 97. Use less detergent and skip the extra rinse cycle on your washing machine to save water and time. If your clothes need to be rinsed twice, you’re using too much soap. 98. Adjust the water level. If you have a washer that allows you to control the load’s water level, adjust the level according to laundry load size. You can save energy by using less hot water for small loads. 99. Run full loads. Always run a full load in your washer or dryer. Running a partial load uses the same amount of energy as a full load – but you get less done. Running full loads allows you to run your washer or dryer less often. 100. Dry your clothes on an outside clothesline whenever possible 101. Rinse in cold water. Rinse water temperature has no effect on cleaning. Rinsing with cold water saves money by heating less water. 102. Place the washer close to the water heater. Water loses heat as it flows through pipes. When the washer is located near the water heater, hot water doesn’t have to travel as far to reach the washer, and less heat is lost. Insulating the pipes between the water heater and washer helps retain heat, too FOR TRAVELERS 103. Put indoor and outdoor lights on timers. 104. Don’t leave your lights on 24/7 while you’re away. 105. Put water heater on the vacation setting, if it has one. 106. Choose green-rated hotels when travelling for business or pleasure. 107. Pull the plug on my battery chargers. Laptops, cell phones and digital cameras always draw power if they’re plugged in. 108. If you travel at 65 mph instead of 55, you are penalized by lowering your mileage 12.5 percent. If you get your vehicle up to 75 mph, you’re losing 25 percent compared with mileage at 55 mph. 109. A loaded roof rack can decrease an SUV’s fuel efficiency by 5 percent and that of a more aerodynamic car by 15 percent or more. 110. Stick with regular. If your car’s manufacturer specifies regular gas, don’t buy premium with the thought of going faster or operating more efficiently. 111. After starting the car in the morning, begin driving right away; don’t let it sit and “warm up” for several minutes. 112. If your windows don’t have a low-E coating, consider applying a self-adhesive film on the glass. 113. Use reusable containers for food storage instead of wrapping food in foil or plastic wrap. 114. Be aware of your paint you use – Use latex paint instead of oil-based paint. Oil-based paint is highly toxic. AT OFFICE 115. Train myself or an employee to become an Energy Conservation Officer. 116.Making conservation someone’s responsibility will set your business on the path of saving energy. 117. Participate in an OPA commercial demand response program. 118. Install effective automatic door closer. Doors can’t save energy if they’re not closed 119. Educate and encourage employees who identify and implement energy savings. 120. Reward the people who work with me for their innovative, money-saving ideas. 121. Celebrate the implementation of successful energy efficiency measures. 122. Ensure meeting rooms are equipped with light switches. AT WORK- EMPLOYEES 123. Turn off meeting room lights when not in use. 124. In the summer, unnecessary lighting can increase air conditioning load. 125. Dim, turn off or remove lights near windows in the daytime. 126. Use efficient task lighting where needed. 127. Unplug coffeemakers, toasters and microwaves. Make sure they’re unplugged on weekends and before shutting the office down for the holidays. 128. Use the stairs instead of taking the elevator. It not only saves energy, it’s good exercise too. 129. Consider double-sided printing, re-using paper, and using e-mail instead of mailing or faxing documents. WHILE DRIVING 130.When driving, avoid quick breaking and starting as it decreases mileage. 131. Don’t start the car before settling well in it. Read more on gas saving tips. 132. Avoid as much as possible getting stuck in traffic jams as they also decrease mileage. 133. Keep your tires properly inflated-under-inflated tires will reduce mileage. 134. Use premium unleaded gasoline because it is more efficient, although it’s debatable. 135. Use air conditioning only when it is necessary. 136. Open window or close them to adjust the heat instead of using the air conditioner. 137. Park in a shade to prevent your car from overheating and reliance on air-conditioning. 138. Service your air conditioner to ensure it works efficiently and it does not leak CFC’s. 139. Do not turn off your engine if you are stopping for less than 30 seconds. 140. Drive slowly, my mile-per- gallon indicator runs at highest efficiency at 55 mph speed on high ways. OTHER ENERGY SAVERS 141. Get rid of spare refrigerators or freezers. An extra appliance can add more than $100 to your energy bills every year, and it’s a safety hazard for small children. 142. Keep outdoor hot tubs covered when not in use. If you have a pool, use a solar cover to use the natural warmth of the sun to heat the water. 143. Keep waterbeds covered with quilts or blankets to help retain their heat. You might also want to insulate the bottom with a sheet of rigid foam insulation. 144. Keep the garage door closed, especially during the winter. 145. If you need a new lawn mower, consider an electric model. They’re less expensive to operate (about three cents of electricity per use), 75 percent quieter, and they significantly reduce toxic emissions. 146. Instead of air-polluting and expensive charcoal or propane, try an electric or natural gas grill. They’re more economical and more convenient – you’ll never run out of fuel. 147. Unplug any electrical device that’s not being used. Many appliances, especially computers, televisions and VCR’s draw power even when turned off. 148. Place humidifiers and dehumidifiers away from walls and bulky furniture. These appliances work best when air circulates freely around them. Be sure to clean the unit often to prevent unhealthy mold and bacteria from developing. 149. If your home has no sidewall insulation, place heavy furniture like bookshelves, armoires and sofas along exterior walls, and use decorative quilts as wall hangings. This will help block cold air. 150.When you take a vacation, don’t forget to give your appliances a rest too. Turn off and unplug everything you can, set your water heater to the lowest setting and shut off the water supply to the dishwasher and washing machine. 151. Use public transit whenever possible. #money #cash #green #TagsForLikes #dough #bills #crisp #benjamin #benjamins #franklin #franklins #bank #payday #hundreds #twentys #fives #ones #100s #20s #greens #photooftheday #instarich #instagood #capital #stacks #stack #bread #paid
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