Energy Savings
Wasted energy translates into carbon dioxide production, air pollution, acid rain, and lots of money down the drain. The average American household, which spends more than $1,100 per year on energy bills, can expect to shave 25% off these bills by choosing appliances wisely.
For example, replacing a 20-year-old refrigerator with a new energy-efficient model will save you about $85 per year in electric bills. The new model will also reduce your home's contribution to carbon dioxide emissions, a greenhouse gas, by about a ton per year.
While energy-efficient appliances may be slightly more expensive, the extra cost will be paid back through reduced energy bills.
The American Council For An Energy Efficient Economy is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing energy efficiency as a means of promoting economic development and environmental protection. Every year this organization publishes The Consumer Guide to Home Energy Savings, a valuable guide for home owners.
The following websites provide additional information on energy efficient living:
