Read these tips in the article featured below that shares some ways to reduce your energy consumption. Everyone wants to live the luxurious life, so maybe this tips can save you some to do so….

We enjoy one of the finest standards of living in the world, but our relative luxury comes at a price. Our energy consumption impacts our pocketbooks and our planet, and if everyone on earth lived as North Americans do, we would require the resources offour additional planets to fuel our lifestyle. Fortunately, there are a few simple things you can do to reduce your carbon footprint—and save money in the process!

Use Energy Efficient Appliances: Does it feel indulgent to purchase a new refrigerator or washer/dryer set when the old one still works? Well, do some research—it may actually saveyou money over time to purchase a more energy efficient model. Look for the ENERGY STAR^® label!

Rent that Empty Room: According to U.S. News & World Report, single-person households have grown over 350% since 1960. Those who live alone use 18.4% more energy than two-person households and 52.8% more than three-person households.

Hang Your Clothes to Dry: Your clothes may not only last longer if you hang them to dry—people who hang their clothes save an average of $20 per month compared to those who rely on a dryer.

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