• Unplug or recycle unnecessary refrigerators and freezers.
• Replace your refrigerator, dishwasher, washer or dryer with ENERGY STAR approved models.
• Use cold water when you do laundry.
• Hang your clothes to dry whenever possible.
• Reduce the number of times you run your dishwasher by using fewer dishes.
• Use the air dry cycle on your dishwasher.
• Use the oven less and grills, microwaves, toaster ovens and crockpots more often.

• Learn more about ENERGY STAR appliances
• American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy offers tips for buying efficient appliances
• Department of Energy's Information on Appliances
• Appliance calculator
• Video: Watch Cool Savings From Your Refrigerator
• Video: Watch Laundry Time

Terri from Lewis Center, Ohio, purchased an ENERGY STAR washer and dryer.

My appliances were old, and I wanted more updated and modern ones. I was definitely motivated by the cost savings. I've saved around $170 on my monthly bills so far.

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