Energy Solutions

“12 Days of Kitchen Energy Savings”

During the holiday season, we spend additional time in the heart of the home, which makes it a great place to save energy.

Day 1 of kitchen energy savings: Opt for Energy Star®-rated appliances and electronic devices for the kitchen. Products with the Energy Star® label are the most energy efficient. #saveenergy.

Day 2 of kitchen energy savings: When cooking, match the pot or pan size to the burner: Using a smaller pot on a large burner wastes energy. #saveenergy.

Day 3 of kitchen energy savings: Use LEDs to illuminate your kitchen space. LEDs last longer and use less energy than any other bulbs. #saveenergy.

Day 4 of kitchen energy savings: Use the dishwasher’s air-dry function or a drying rack to dry dishes. #saveenergy.

Day 5 of kitchen energy savings: Your fridge and freezer run more efficiently with the right temperature settings. Set your fridge to about 37 degrees and your freezer to 0 degrees for the most efficient settings. #saveenergy.

Day 6 of kitchen energy savings: Cleaning spills and buildup from your appliances help them work less and can save energy. #saveenergy.

Day 7 of kitchen energy savings: If your dishwasher included eco settings, use them to save energy. #saveenergy.

Day 8 of kitchen energy savings: Remember to switch off exhaust fans and hoods after you’re done cooking. #saveenergy.

Day 9 of kitchen energy savings: When possible, cook meals with smaller countertop appliances like pressure cookers, air fryers and slow cookers. They use less energy than the oven or stove. #saveenergy.

Day 10 of kitchen energy savings: Wrap up cooking times with residual heat from the oven or stove. Turn them off a few minutes before food is done to use the leftover heat and #saveenergy.

Day 11 of kitchen energy savings: Save energy by running the dishwasher only when it’s fully loaded. #saveenergy.

Day 12 of kitchen energy savings: If you’re cooking up a storm this holiday season, cook meals in bulk when possible. Fewer cooking sessions means less energy used in the kitchen. #saveenergy.