Appliances

• Open your refrigerator door as seldom as possible.
• Keep your refrigerator between 36 and 38 degrees, and set your freezer between 0 and 5 degrees.
• When washing clothes, wash a full load and use cold water whenever possible.
• Hang your clothes to dry when possible to save energy.
• Wait until you have a full load to run the dishwasher and let your dishes air dry.
• Use an outdoor grill in summer months to keep your kitchen cooler.
• When replacing appliances, look for ENERGY STAR-rated products.

Click on the Common Appliances Usage Chart to see more.