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Do not over-wash clothes. Delicate clothes don't need as long a wash cycle as dirty work clothes.
Presoak or use a soak cycle when washing heavily soiled garments. You'll avoid two washings and save energy.
Clean the dryer lint filter after every load to improve air circulation and quicken drying.
Dry towels and heavier items separately from lighter weight items.
Replacing your dryer? Select an energy-efficient, Energy Star-certified model with moisture sensor to save wear and tear on your clothes.
Don't over-dry clothes. If your dryer has an auto-dry feature, use that instead of the timer.
Listen to your mother. ("What do you think - we own the electric company?!") Turn off everything that's not in use: lights, TVs, computers, electronics.
Four for the planet - replace your four most used incandescent bulbs with compact, fluorescent bulbs.
Clean or replace AC/heating-system filters monthly.
Do full loads of dishes to avoid wasting energy and water. Air-dry dishes for additional savings.
Insulate your hot water pipes and water heater with approved insulation materials.
Fix leaky faucets around the house. Consider water-saving faucet attachments.
Take showers instead of baths, and install a low-flow showerhead.
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