Water conservation is a pressing issue for all consumers. The push toward energy efficiency and going “green” doesn’t only apply to reducing carbon emissions and pollution. Conserving water contributes to the health of aquatic ecosystems across the globe. Low flow toilets, faucets and showerheads all reduce water consumption and contribute to water conservation and a lower utility bill at the end of the month.
The energy efficiency of a toilet is measured in gallons per flush (GPF). Most toilets manufactured and installed prior to the 1990’s consumed three to seven gallons per flush. In 1992, Congress passed the Energy Policy Act requiring builders to install only low flow toilets into new homes.
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About 20 percent of your home energy costs are for lighting estimates the U.S. Department of Energy. Using energy-efficient bulbs makes good economic sense. Energy-efficient bulbs also offer environmental advantages. Energy efficiency in light bulbs depends upon several factors, including light generation, usable energy and heat generation.
Different types of light bulbs use electricity in different ways to generate light. These styles include the incandescent bulb, the compact fluorescent bulb (CFL) and the light-emitting diode (LED) light. The incandescent bulb includes standard bulbs, long-life bulbs and halogen bulbs.
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Today, everyone is looking for energy efficient refrigerators as they require less electricity consumption, thereby reducing overall energy bills. Buying an energy efficient refrigerator is one of the best investments if you are looking for energy savings in the long run. Energy efficient refrigerators can save a considerable amount of money on utility bills. Factors that determine the amount of energy the refrigerators consume are as follows:
• Refrigerator Size
• Configuration (top mounted or bottom freezer)
• Additional features like anti sweat heaters and ice makers
• Location of the refrigerator at home
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