How Efficient is Your Fridge?

New York, NY

Refrigerators are constantly using energy, as this Unwaste Lab member realized by checking energy levels while away from home. To reduce the energy consumed by your fridge, consider investing in an ENERGY STAR refrigerator. They use at least 20% less energy than what’s required by federal standards.

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Check Your Temperature

This Unwaste Lab household is eliminating waste after seeing the effect adjusting the thermostat has on its energy use. To get results like this, adjust your t…
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Good Timing Helps Save

Good Timing Helps Save

This Unwaste Lab household is seeing the value of adding timers to lights and appliances. Set timers to turn things on or off at predetermined times to reduce …

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