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Only run your clothes washer with full loads of laundry
Running your clothes washer with a partial load uses more energy than running it with a full load. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, only running your clothes washer with full loads can reduce energy costs by up to 50%.
What You Need to Do
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Step 1Only operate your clothes washer with (close to) full loads; fewer washing cycles should be needed.
FAQ
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If I complete this measure, can I track my savings over time?If you mark an item on your plan as completed, we will track your estimated energy use and savings over time. We can use this to find additional savings options.
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Are there other low cost ideas to save money in addition to my Action Plan?In addition to your Action Plan, you can search through our Energy Tips. There are ideas for quick behavior changes, weekend projects, maintenance, when it breaks, health and comfort, and other energy saving ideas. You can easily add those to your action plan.
