Older-model freezers are less energy efficient. Most major retailers carry affordable ENERGY STAR® certified freezers. Resist the tempation to keep your old freezer! Instead, unplug and recycle it.

Many refrigerators are energy inefficient, especially older models. While you're at it, recycle or unplug the spare refrigerator in your garage--it can add 10%-25% to your energy costs!

ENERGY STAR certified clothes washers use about 25% less energy and 33% less water than regular washers.

ENERGY STAR® certified dishwashers use 25% less energy than conventional dishwashers.

This will prevent your system from heating and/or cooling unused areas. Since heating and cooling can account for up to half of the energy use of a typical home, an outdated HVAC system can rapidly drive up the cost of a comfortable temperature. Installing additional HVAC zones could pay for itself in a relatively short time by cutting down on the cost of electricity.

This will reduce water and energy waste. Shower timers are an inexpensive and easy way to help limit the length of showers, while making it feel like a game.

It's an efficient and effective cooling system with lower costs than most air conditioning systems.

You can save 2%-3% in winter energy costs for every degree you lower your thermostat. This will help you use less energy, and you can limit the impact to comfort with the use of additional clothing and blankets.

Cold water cleans just as well with modern detergents and can save a substantial amount of energy.

Doing laundry at these times can save a substantial amount of money since energy costs during off-peak hours are significantly lower than during peak hours.