Eco-Friendly Appliances and Features Chart

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Give actual dollar amount savings when possible. Numbers provided are average based on Energy Star testing.

 

Item

Savings

Benefits

Energy Star rated windows

20-30% more efficient than old windows

More comfortable with no drafts, looks great, saves money, reduce carbon footprint

Energy Star rated solar water heater

Up to 50%

Save money and reduce carbon footprint

Energy Star Tankless water heaters

Save 30% on water heating bills; a family of four would save on average, $175 a year. Tanks also last approximately 20 years, which is far longer than conventional tanks.

Save money and reduce carbon footprint

Brand of green insulation

Save: ______ yearly on heating and cooling

Saves money, healthier air quality and reduces carbon footprint

Added traditional fiberglass insulation

Save: ______ yearly on heating and cooling

Saves money and reduces carbon footprint

Sealed exposed ducts

Save 20 percent on heating and cooling bills

Saves money and reduces carbon footprint

Programmable Thermostat

About $180 a year

Saves money and reduces carbon footprint

X # of CFL light bulbs

Each CFL saves about $30 or more in electricity costs over each bulb’s lifetime.

Saves money and reduces carbon footprint

Energy Star Roof products

Go to www.energystar.gov for a calculator to determine how much money can be saved with a new roof.

Saves money and reduces carbon footprint

Solar Panel

Save: ______ yearly on electric bill

Saves money and reduces carbon footprint

Geothermal pump

Save: ______ yearly on heating and cooling

Saves money and reduces carbon footprint

KCMA certified kitchen cabinets

N/A

No outgassing for healthier air quality, wood from sustainable sources, high quality will last for years, biodegradable and recyclable

Counters and backsplashes made out of _____(stone, bamboo, recycled  glass, paper, ceramic tile)

N/A

No outgassing for healthier air quality, sustainable, high quality will last indefinitely, recyclable

Energy Star  refrigerator

Save ____ yearly on electrical bill

Saves money and reduces carbon footprint

Energy efficient induction stovetops

Uses 90% of the energy produced compared to only 55% for a gas burner and 65% for traditional electric ranges

Saves money and reduces carbon footprint

Energy Star qualified dishwasher

Can save more than $30 a year on electric bill

Saves money and reduces carbon footprint

Wood or bamboo flooring from sustainable forest with a non-toxic finish

N/A

No outgassing for healthier air quality, wood from sustainable sources, high quality will last for years, biodegradable and recyclable

Safe for children

To clean and condition, use natural cleaner and wax

  • Marble
  • Stone
  • Slate
  • Ceramic
  • Brick
  • Tile
  • Mosaic
  • Terrazzo
  • Concrete
  • Cork
  • Linoleum

 

 

N/A

No outgassing for healthier air quality, wood from sustainable sources, high quality will last for years, biodegradable and recyclable.

 

All safe and clean for children

Milk, natural, organic, No-VOC or Zero-voc paint

N/A

No outgassing for healthier air quality

Low flush or dual flush toilet

Approximately ____ off yearly water bill

1.6 –gpf toilets use approximately 2 gallons less per flush than the old standard toilets, or 20,000 gallons a year for a family of 4. The dual flush saves an additional 30%.

 Water conservation good for planet.   

 

Energy Star rated exhaust fans

Consume 70% less energy on average than standard models.

They improve air quality, remove odors, and reduce moisture

Shower liner made from pack cloth, organic cotton or linen

N/A

No outgassing, no mold or mildew for healthier air quality (no mold or mildew pack cloth only.)

Low flow shower head

Save money on water bill

Use less water. Water conservation good for planet.

Energy Star washer and dryer

Over the life of your new Energy Star qualified washer, you’ll save enough money in operating costs to pay for the matching dryer.

Saves money and reduces carbon footprint

Dimmable light switches

Save on electricity

Saves money, reduce carbon footprint and can have light level exactly right for task.

No chemical pesticides or fertilizers in garden and lawn

N/A

Safe for people, pets, wildlife and environment

Salt sterilization system for pool or whirlpool

 

 

Passive solar energy

Save _____ amount of money on heating costs compared to other ____ square foot homes in area.

Save money and reduces carbon footprint

Skylights and blinds

20 to 30% more efficient than old skylights; blinds save on cooling costs in summer

Saves money on heating and cooling, brighter rooms, provides air circulation

Outdoor solar lights

Free to operate

Saves money and reduce carbon footprint

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