How To Effectively Save Energy And Water In Your Kitchen

Entry #1194, May 20, 2012

One of the areas at home that utilizes the bigger amount of energy and water consumption is our kitchen. It is where you prepare the food, wash dishes and other related activities. These household tasks require electrical appliances and water supply for completion.

The household chores in your kitchen are necessary in everyday routine. Since you cannot do away with energy and water consumption, the best thing you can do is to maximize the utilization of energy and water in order to save money for bills.

Tips to help you save energy and money in your kitchen

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Here are helpful tips to save energy and water in your kitchen:

Invest in energy efficient appliances/fixtures

There are many energy efficient appliances on the market for your kitchen and plumbing fixtures for your bathroom and kitchen. Before shopping do your homework to know what to look for. Low flow faucets and shower heads, refrigerators that use less energy, and dishwashers that use less water are all helpful ways to save you money and the Earth’s resources.

Appliances and plumbing checked

Make sure that all electrical circuitry and water valve connections are in good working condition.

If you do not have the tools and equipment to do this, hire experts to check your energy and water connection. This will provide an assessment in your electrical connections whether they are still functional or not. This will also ensure electrical safety at home. For water connections, unattended leaks will surely add a substantial amount of money deflected in your bill.

Post a reminder

Energy and water conservation will not be successful without the cooperation of all members at home. Post reminders near the faucet, electrical outlet and other sources of energy and water. You can stick on laminated reminders stating energy and water consumption. For instance, you may have “Unplug After Use” or “Use Glass When Brushing Your Teeth”.

Talk with your family about conserving resources

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Get your family involved

Discuss energy and water conservation with all members in the family.

You may have this discussion during meal time or in family bonding. Feel free to inform them about the current energy and water consumption and its corresponding amount. Ensure that all members of the family express their thoughts about energy and water conservation.

Bear in mind that energy and water conservation is not only for saving money but for the sake of the environment.

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