Energy saving household questions

Check out the following energy efficiency questions on energy saving household appliances and practices, which were asked on Yahoo! Answers, LinkedIn groups, or on my site. I've tried to answer each one as accurately as I can (but see of course my disclaimer). If you can't find the question you're looking for, use our Frequently asked questions search or Ask a question yourself.

Energy saving household

• Cooking
  • Would it be more efficient to use a toaster oven or my big oven?
  • How efficient is microwave cooking compared to gas cooking?
  • What is more eco: disposable dishes or spending water washing?
  • Induction stove efficiency - are they more efficient than regular electric stoves?
  • What's the best temperature for brewing tea?
  • Electric boiler or stove - which is most efficient for boiling water?
• Freezers
  • Will I save energy by turning off my fridge freezer?
• Refrigerators
  • How do refrigerators work?
  • Is the Fisher Paykel side by side refrigerator energy efficient?
  • How have refrigerators changed since the 1920's?
  • Is it safe to eat yogurt that was unrefrigerated for four hours?
  • How much electricity does a 700-watt refrigerator consume?
  • How much electricity do standard refrigerators use?
  • Can I turn my 1995 fridge into a solar powered refrigerator?
  • How can I make my beer fridge energy efficient?
  • Is it okay to refrigerate uncovered food
  • Will food spoil if I leave the refrigerator door open?
  • Why do we refrigerate perishable food
  • Refrigerator not getting cold
• Dehumidifiers
  • Energy efficient dehumidifier questions
  • Humidity in house - will a dehumidifier cure mold / damp on a bedroom wall?
• Laundry - washers and dryers
  • Front loading washer compared to top loading washer
  • Laundromat Machines VS. Regular home washing machines?
  • Drying clothes at low heat: does it save energy?
  • How much energy would be saved by washing laundry in cold water?
  • ENERGY STAR dryers - are there newer more efficient electric dryers?
• Dishwashers
  • Dishwasher problems - dishwasher won't wash
  • Electric dishwasher benefits - better than hand washing?
• General household energy questions
  • ENERGY STAR logo: why are less efficient models still being made?
  • Energy saving tips for renters
  • What is a good energy efficient white noise generator?

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