Keeping Clean
Save water and you'll also save energy. There are some easy things you can do when you're washing and cleaning to make your home more energy and water efficient.
The energy bill for the hot water used by a typical household can cost about $300 a year and contribute around 49,000 balloons of greenhouse gas. You can make simple changes to the way you use your hot water, washing machine, dryer and dishwasher to save both energy and water.
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Wash your clothes in cold water
Don't use hot water when cold water will do the job. Washing clothes in cold water not only cuts your energy costs but your greenhouse gas emissions. Cold water washing powders and detergents are widely available.
You'll save up to 2,600 balloons and $20 each year if you switch to a cold wash every time.
What you can do now:
What you can do this year:
My Actions
Select an action and see how much green house gas you will save this year.
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