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12 Quick Ways to Save Household Energy

12 Quick Ways to Save Household Energy

by Karen Queen | Sep 6, 2018 | Energy Efficiency, Energy Efficient Products & Technologies, Gallery

Save Attic Energy Loss Even with the attic access door closed, you may be wasting money heating and cooling a storage space. The Attic Tent insulator plugs that energy leak, reducing heat loss up to 71 percent and cutting your energy bill up to 20 percent – paying for...
12 Quick Ways to Save Household Energy

Smart Grid Products and Appliances

by Karen Haywood Queen | Aug 5, 2010 | Energy Efficiency, Energy Efficient Products & Technologies, Gallery

The Dish on Dishwashers Go ahead: load the dishwasher right after supper — when electric rates will be high — and hit start. GE’s Smart Grid-enabled dishwasher will delay running until rates go down later that night. When you hit start, a delay light...
12 Quick Ways to Save Household Energy

Water-Saving Tips and Products

by Jennifer Haupt | Jul 22, 2010 | Energy Efficiency, Energy Efficient Products & Technologies, Gallery

Wall Hung Toilet The Toto Aquia wall-hung toilet saves both space and water. The dual-flushing system optimizes water usage by offering a choice between .9 gpf for liquids and 1.6 gpf when a stronger flush is needed. Besides being environmentally friendly, the compact...

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