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The commercial sector contributes 35 percent and 45 percent of the total waste to landfills every year, a large percentage of which is paper, but also includes food scraps, plastics, glass, and tins.
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5 things you can do to Green Your Dryer

Shrink the eco-impact of your your clothes-drying routine with these simple tips.

  1. Air-dry your wet laundry

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    By not using a dryer—or using it less often—you not only lengthen the life of your clothes, you also save money and lower your carbon emissions.

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  2. Choose an energy-efficient dryer

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    Dryers that automatically shut off as soon as the laundry is dry and those that run on gas rather than electricity use less energy, reducing your carbon footprint on laundry day.

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  3. Use your dryer more efficiently

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    By drying full loads of laundry and using the permanent press setting, you can increase the efficiency of your dryer and decrease your carbon footprint.

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  4. Maintain your dryer

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    By regularly cleaning the lint filter and periodically inspecting your dryer vent, you will save energy and may prevent a fire.

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  5. Recycle used appliances

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    After replacing your dryer with an energy-efficient model, be sure to dispose of the old one properly.

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