If you spend a lot of time cooking, washing dishes, and using all sorts of kitchen appliances, then it’s likely you’re wasting a lot of energy (and money) in your kitchen. Here are a few simple ways to save some energy in the kitchen and lower your energy bills in the process.
Changing Light Bulbs
The easiest and most obvious way to save energy is to always turn the lights off when you leave any room in your home. Another thing you can do is to switch to energy-efficient light bulbs, such as LEDs, that cost more but can save you a lot of money over time.
Washing Dishes
Dishwashers are now more energy-efficient than before, but washing your dishes by hand is always a greener choice. It’s also worth mentioning that you should always run the dishwasher when it’s full in order to save energy.
Turning Off Heat
Why keep your stove or oven turned on until the very last minute when you can turn it off a few minutes early and save some energy?
Use the Appliances
Most kitchen appliances such as the microwave, kettle, or toaster are much more energy efficient compared to your oven, so make sure to use them when you can.
