Energy Efficiency Tips

Microwaves use a lot of power, but less than your electric stove for small jobs like warming a meal. Use electric pans, toaster ovens, or convection ovens for small meals instead of the big stove or oven. A toaster or convection oven uses one-third to one-half as much energy as its full-sized cousin.

Did you know that covering your pans when you cook uses 60 percent less energy than cooking without lids? Covering your pot allows you to lower the temperature while cooking your food more quickly and evenly.

Your dishwasher uses the most power of any appliance in your home. Load it fully before washing and skip the drying cycle.

Every appliance draws power, even when not in use. Unplug appliances when you are done using them. Consider putting your microwave, electric kettle, toaster oven, and other small appliances on shared power strips to turn them off easily.