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Green Tip: Laundry Tips

Posted by Lyndsey P. Bakos-Schneider

Laundry Tips

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Doing the laundry can create a lot of unnecessary waste but there are many ways to conserve energy including:

  • Wash clothes in cold water and use cold-water detergents whenever possible.
  • Dry towels and heavier cottons in a separate load from lighter-weight clothes.
  • Clean the lint filter in the dryer after every load to improve air circulation.
  • Look for the ENERGY STAR® and EnergyGuide labels. ENERGY STAR qualified clothes washers use 50 percent less energy than standard washers.
  • Use environmentally-friendly or “green” cleaners to replace traditional products, which can contain hazardous materials.
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