Spring is the greenest time of year, with many of us enjoying gardening and going outdoors.
There are many ways to live a greener lifestyle besides planting flowers, fruits and vegetables.
KRPS’s Fred Fletcher-Fierro tells us more.
These days going green is easier than you think, it can save you money and you’re probably already have some environmentally conscious habits such as driving a hybrid, an electric vehicle or a gas-powered car that gets good mileage.
Another way to save money and help the environment is purchasing appliances that are EnergyStar certified.
There are 75 categories of EnergyStar appliances.
Everything from washers and dryers, to dishwashers, air conditioners and refrigerators.
Pamela Hernandez of the Better Business Bureau says EnergyStar appliances could help save you money daily.
“The washing machines the dishwashers for example today, are 95 percent more efficient than those manufactured in 1972. So first, I’d be impressed if anyone still had a dishwasher from 1972, but it is a possibility, but it is something to think about when you’re ready to upgrade.”
According to Worldwildlife.org the average washing machine uses 41 gallons of water per load, while the average load of clothes for an Energy Star appliance is 28 gallons.
There are also tax breaks for energy saving appliances in Missouri and Kansas.
For 89 9 KRPS News, I’m Fred Fletcher-Fierro
