Whats the most energy-efficient way to cook – my electric stove, a slow cooker or a microwave?
A. In general, a microwave oven uses less overall energy for cooking than an electric stove or a slow cooker. Of course, if you’re cooking a large roast or baking a cake, the oven is the best choice because you want a certain result. A slow cooker is a good way to cook or keep small amounts of food warm, as is a toaster oven. Use the microwave whenever possible for reheating or cooking appropriate foods. Q I’ve been reading online about ENERGY STAR clothes washers. Do they really save that much energy and water? A. Absolutely! All ENERGY STAR qualified clothes washers save energy and water. The most efficient ENERGY STAR qualified clothes washer can save up to 6,500 gallons of water per year per household and can save you more than $100 annually in energy and water costs over standard-efficiency models. They also require less detergent, decrease drying time and offer gentler cleaning action, which reduces wear and tear on your clothes. Q How much electricity do ranges/ovens use? Do new
