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5 easy ideas for your kitchen
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2. GO SMALL OR GO HOME
Whenever possible, opt to use your small appli- ances. For example, the next time you’re reheating food, use the microwave in- stead of the stove or oven. According to the federal government program En- ergy Star, microwaves use up to 80% less energy than conventional ovens.
3. WASH-UP SMART
If you find yourself run- ning your dishwasher before it’s full, it’s time to consider an upgrade. Find a dishwasher that allows you to man- age your load size. Features like the half-load option or Wash Zone setting available on Sharp’s Slide-In Stainless Steel Dishwashers will focus the water in one area when washing smaller loads to make every drop count.
4. UNPLUG
If you’re like most people, you use appliances like your toaster and coffee maker for just a few minutes each day. Unplug small appliances like
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these after you’re done to stop “vampire energy,” which is the energy consumed by items when they are plugged in but are not in use.
5. MAKE AN UPGRADE
Today’s appliances are gen- erally more energy efficient than older appliances, and there are a lot of energy effi-
cient selections. According to Energy Star, induction cook- tops are around 5-10% more efficient than conventional electric units and about three times more efficient than gas. Bonus? Making the switch also means you’ll no longer be emitting greenhouse gas- es associated with gas cook- ing. Learn more about smart,
energy-saving appliances at
sharpusa.com.
To put a dent in your en-
ergy bills and reduce your impact on the environment, be mindful of your habits in the kitchen. Small changes can add up quickly.
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