Sustainability Tips:Energy

Energy

Cooking in the microwave: You save at least two thirds of the energy that would be used when cooking with the stove

Line dry clothing: Use the balcony of your apartment to save energy instead of using the dryer

Use the Sun: Open blinds or the back door to let heat in or vice versa during the cold weather.

Clean Dryer Lint: Before every load clean lint from dryer to run more efficiently

Shut it Down: Shut down computers when not in use and unplug chargers

Gather: Get a group of friends together, rotate nights at each other’s homes to cook or watch TV, this would save power for a full night in all other homes

Avoid Opening the Oven: Do not open the oven while cooking, this releases about 20 degrees, use the light to check on food

Shopping: Purchase reusable items when shopping