Position your refrigerator so there is plenty of air circulation. Refrigerators use more energy when located near a heating vent or stove. Periodically check your refrigerator and freezer door gaskets for evidence of deterioration. Preheat your oven only 5 to 8 minutes when baking. Do not preheat your oven for broiling or roasting.
Pressure cookers require considerably less cooking time than standard pots and pans.
Copper and stainless steel cookware generally require less heat than aluminum cookware. Use small cooking appliances such as toaster ovens and electric frying pans when possible. A computer monitor uses 60 watts of power. Turn it off when not in use for more than 10 minutes. Recycling paper reduces water use by 60 percent, energy by 70 percent, and cuts pollution in half.