How to Go Green in Your Kitchen
The total amount of money saved by using Energy Star compliant appliances in the US is more than eleven billion dollars. One of the areas in a home which uses a lot of power is the kitchen. The kitchen’s energy consumption in homes usually takes up from ten percent to seventy percent of the total power consumed. It is therefore essential that you start any power conservation effort in the kitchen.
Here are some guidelines which you can take note of to make your kitchen a green, eco-friendly environment.
• Unplug Appliances When Not In Use
A lot or maybe all kinds of appliances still consume some electric power when plugged in an outlet even if they are turned off. These appliances when set on standby sucks power, known to some as the vampire load. Although each appliance might only consume very little power during its standby mode, collectively, as a whole, it can add up to a considerable sum.
• Make Use of Natural Light
The sun can provide so much light for free so it is best to make use of it as much as we can. You can let in as much light as possible during the daytime through windows and openings so that there will be no need for you to turn on the electric lights which consumes power. You could even remodel your kitchen and add skylights. Not only does it save energy, it looks good as well.
• Make Use of Organic Cleansers
Natural cleansers such vinegar, baking soda and lemon juice are still the best there is in cleaning. Aside from these substances to be cheap and readily available, they are also not harmful unlike other cleaners which are made up of strong chemicals.
• Use Compact Fluorescent Bulbs
These compact fluorescent bulbs or CFLs actually produce more light than the conventional light bulbs and consumes far less electric power, a great way to save up on electric bills.
• Use Newer Refrigerators
Refrigerators made before the year 2000 had a different system and consumes a lot more energy than the newer models. It would be wise to actually replace your old units.
• Use Your Dishwasher Efficiently
Try to avoid using your dishwasher with just a few dishes in it. By using it with a full load, you save up on electricity, water and dishwashing soap.
Proper Kitchen Storage Management
Storage of food whether the ones to be eaten or those which are already waste should be properly managed. Aside from having a clean kitchen by doing this, you could also save money on buying food and also segregate the various waste components such as packing, containers, the actual food so as the organic and non-organic materials be separated.
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