(Disclaimer: not all of these I agree with.)

  • Staring into an open fridge (while all cold air goes out)
  • Using incandescent bulbs rather than CFLs
  • Leaving the lights on when you leave the room
  • Taking baths rather than showers
  • Leaving cell phone plugged in, even when it is fully charged
  • Leaving “vampire” electronics plugged in (electronics that draw power even when turned off)
  • Not programming your thermostat
  • Washing only partial loads of laundry or dishes
  • Leaving the heat on when you leave the house
  • Falling asleep with the TV on
  • Not installing storm windows
  • Not cleaning out air filters
  • Leaving fans on in empty rooms
  • Not using Energy Star efficient appliances
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