Interested in saving the planet? How about saving $$? These days, the latter seems to be pretty important to everyone. So, thanks to Emily Hsiesh at Shine, I'm going to share 6 tips with you over the next several days to help you do just that. Plus, I think everyone agrees that working to save the planet is a pretty fantastic idea. So, let's get started!!
1. Check this: refrigerators suck up a whopping 20% of your household electricity use. Time to turn them down! Aim for somewhere between 38-42 degrees in the fridge, and 0-5 degrees in the freezer. If you've got an energy saver switch, make sure it's flipped on. Doors should be sealed tight: to test, stick a dollar bill between the gaskets and close the fridge door; if the bill is hard to pull out you're in good shape. If not, it's time to replace the gaskets.
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