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Save Energy in Your Apartment

Homeowners have more control over energy consumption than apartment dwellers but there are ways you can do your part to save energy in an apartment as well. The main areas of inefficiency in an apartment are the fridge, the oven and the air conditioner. If you change the way you use those appliances in your [...]

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Tips for More Energy Efficient Refrigerators

An energy efficient refrigerator will typically use about 600 watts of electricity an hour, averaging $75 per month, or +/- $850 a year. If your refrigerator was built after 1993, you can expect this kind of rating, or better.

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Washer and Dryer

Next to the refrigerator, the washer and dryer are typically the biggest draw on the American electric bill. They use about 920 watts per hour to run. On average, that comes out to about $3.60 a day to use. Since most people only use them once, maybe twice a week, this costs the averge person about $15 per month.

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California Saving More on Energy

Perhaps Texas should follow California’s green footprints—believe it or not—because the average utility bill in California is 56 percent lower than in Texas, according to a press release issued by The California Air Resources Board (CARB) with the latest findings of the latest economic effects of California’s Global Warming Solutions Act.

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Save Energy by Filling Your Refrigerator

An Empty Refrigerator Wastes Energy

If your refrigerator is less than about three-quarters full, you’re wasting energy and money. You can actually save energy by keeping your refrigerator fuller.

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Cash for Caulkers Takes a Step Forward

The prospects look good for the Cash for Caulkers program. On April 14, legislation to create the program was officially introduced in the House of Representatives by a bipartisan group of legislators. The program could save consumers both money and energy by offering rebates when they make certain energy-saving investments in their homes.

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Celebrate Earth Day By Saving Energy

We celebrate Earth Day on April 22, and this year marks its 40th anniversary. There are many things you can do to make the world a better place to live—and save money while you’re at it! Start with little things that are easy to do, and you’ll soon find yourself becoming more thrifty and energy conscious.

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Cash in on appliance rebates

How To Cash In On Appliance Rebates

You may be able to save money when you recycle an old household appliance and buy a new one with the Energy Star rating—if you know how to apply for the rebate. A new federal government rebate program offers consumers between $50 and $250…

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How to Save Energy with Appliances and Electronics

One of the most important “tips” to save energy is to know how much energy you use in each area of your home, office, or elsewhere. Knowledge is the key to get the most from energy tips to not only save electric consumption, but—of course—also keep a handle on your spending. Here’s a quick test [...]

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Save Energy Even While Using Your Appliances

It’s not always easy to save energy while using appliances around the house. But part of taking on green living habits is to learn how to make small sacrifices without compromising the quality of our lives. With a little bit of research, you can find the answers that will work best for you and your [...]

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