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Green Hints - Energy Efficient Appliances

Households can save up to $400 annually in utility expenses by using energy-efficient appliances. Existing appliances when used efficiently can also extend the life expectancy of the appliances. According to American Council for Energy Efficient Economy, if each of us improved the energy efficiency in our major appliance by 10% to 30%, it will be equivalent to reducing demand for electricity from 25 large power plants.

When shopping for new appliances, be on the lookout for the Energy Star label. It's a label created by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy to help consumers save money and minimize its effects on the environment. Energy Star logos may be found on refrigerators, dishwashers, air-conditioning systems, laundry washers and dryers. Only after going through standard testing procedures and proving to be more energy efficient than current governmental standards, can an appliance qualify to receive the Energy Star rating. Appliances with Energy Star labels are therefore one of the most efficient products in the market.

Contributed by: Sameer Kapileshwari
Director � Utilities, Energy, and Technical Services