May - Home Appliances
Here are the challenges for May.
1. Raise your refrigerator/freezer temperatures
2. Make your refrigerator run more efficiently
3. Retire your 2nd refrigerator or freezer
4. Switch off unused appliances and TVs
5. Wash dishes more efficiently
6. Cook more efficiently
7. Turn off unused office equipment and computers
8. Avoid need for air conditioning by shading your home
9. Dry clothes on rack or line instead of using the dryer
10. Replace old appliances with energy efficient ones
BONUS Conduct a Home Energy Audit With Acterra’s Spreadsheet
http://www.acterra.org/greenteams/_docs/energy.xls