DAY 31
WASH WITH COLD WATER
Another way to save energy while using the washing machine is to WASH with COLD WATER. Most detergents are formulated to work with cold water (make sure your detergent is Phosphorus free--this reduces algal blooms).
Even switching the water temperature from hot to warm will cut energy use by about half.
Challenge: Conventional chlorine production creates mercury as a byproduct--prevent water contamination by only using non-chlorine bleach.
For More Information:
http://www1.eere.energy.gov/consumer/tips/laundry.html
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