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Choose an ENERGY STAR refrigerator
Frigidaire 18.2 Cu. Ft. Top-Mount Refrigerator
This no-frills, ENERGY STAR-qualified refrigerator features analog temperature controls and two sliding glass shelves, designed to contain spills.GE Profile Energy Star 48" Built-In Stainless Side-by-Side Refrigerator
This ENERGY STAR-qualified refrigerator has a sleek built-in appearance and a capacity of 29.60 cubic feet. It features electronic touch temperature controls, a GE Water Plus Filtration System, and a quick ice feature, handy for entertaining large groups.LG 22.4 Cu. Ft. Bottom-Mount Refrigerator
This ENERGY STAR-qualified unit conveniently keeps the fresh food compartment at eye level by placing the freezer at floor level. This refrigerator is designed for quiet operation and features digital temperature controls.Maytag 25.6 Cu. Ft. Side-by-Side Refrigerator
This ENERGY STAR-qualified unit has a capacity of 25.6 cubic feet and features a smooth black finish. It includes an ice and water dispenser, analog temperature controls, and a crisper drawer with adjustable humidity settings to prolong the life of fruits and vegetables.Whirlpool 21.8. Cu. Ft. Side-by-Side Refrigerator
This refrigerator features electronic temperature controls in addition to a temperature management system. It is ENERGY STAR-qualified, has a sleek finish, and is equipped with a filtered water and cubed/crushed ice dispenser.
Buy an ENERGY STAR dishwasher
Frigidaire 24" Tall Tub Built-In Dishwasher
With a stainless steel look, this dishwasher has 6 wash cycles, including normal, ultimate scrub, china/crystal, and quick-rinse. It is quiet and convenient, with adjustable nylon racks and a delay-wash setting.GE Profile 24" Tall Tub Built-In Dishwasher
This ENERGY STAR dishwasher features 7 cycles, including china/crystal, cookware, normal, rinse only, glasses, NSF-certified antibacterial wash, and SpeedCycle. With quiet operation, a sleek appearance, and delayed wash, this GE model is a solid addition to any kitchen.LG 24" Tall Tub Built-In Dishwasher
LG's spacious dishwasher features quiet operation, a hidden control panel, a customizable upper rack, and a durable stainless-steel tub. Delayed wash and six wash cycles, including power scrub, normal, delicate, rinse only, and top rack rinse only, provide added flexibility.Maytag 24" Tall Tub Built-In Dishwasher
Convenient features of this ENERGY STAR model include quiet operation, 2-, 4-, and 6-hour delay start times, in addition to a removable, adjustable upper rack for oversized items. There are 6 cycles, including heavy, normal, light, quick, auto clean, and rinse only, allowing for varied cleaning power.
Choose natural dishwashing soap
ECOS Wave Dishwashing Products
ECOS has a wide variety of eco-friendly cleaning products, including these dishwasher solutions. Choose from Wave dishwashing liquid, dishwasher powder, or dishwasher tablets, depending on your cleaning preferences.Ecover Dishwasher Tablets
Discover the convenience of Ecover's dishwasher tablets. These easy-to-use tabs are made from plant-based ingredients so they decompose quickly and completely. There's no animal testing on their products, and it even comes in a box made with 95 percent recycled materials.method dish soaps
These naturally derived dish soaps are available in cucumber, lavender, and grapefruit varieties. Their dish soap is made from simple ingredients like table salt, corn oil, and citric acid and comes in a variety of scents including green and herbaceous, gourmet, citrus, floral and fruity, and even fragrance-free.Mrs. Meyer's Automatic Dishwashing Gel
Give Mrs. Meyer's a try for your dishwashing needs. The automatic dishwashing gel is phosphate-free and readily biodegradable and it comes in lavender, lemon verbena, and geranium scents. They've also got regular dish soaps for those preferring to handwash their dishes.Natural Choices Free Dishwashing Liquid
Soy-based product developed for individuals with asthma, allergies, and other chemical sensitivities. It's free of dyes, fragrances, phosphates, chlorine, and petroleum solvents, but will do a great job on your toughest dishes.OurHouse Dish Liquid
OurHouse Liquid Dish Soap is made from readily biodegradable surfactants which ensures they break down in very little time, compared to conventional products. They'll do the job well without compromising the health of you or the planet.Seventh Generation Free & Clear Dishwashing Soap
Seventh Generation Free & Clear dishwashing liquid is nontoxic and biodegradable, and contains no dyes, fragrances, chlorine, or phosphates. They've got some automatic dishwasher detergents, too.Shaklee Dish Wash Automatic Concentrate
This natural, biodegradable dishwasher detergent contains deep, enzyme-activated cleaning power that gently removes tough stains, leaving dishes and glasses sparkling clean.Shaklee Dish Wash Concentrate
This nontoxic, concentrated dishwashing liquid is tough on grease but not on your hands. With a formula that's natural and biodegradable, you can even use it while camping because it's safe and works well in warm or cold water.Your Guide to Green Oasis Biocompatible Soap
Totally biodegradable and biocompatible, this 22 oz bottle of dish soap is infused with tea tree oil for cleaning and aloe vera for conditioning. The bottle is made of recycled plastic and a portion of the profits is donated to organizations like the Sierra Club.
Buy a faucet aerator
Creative Energy Technologies Inc. 1.5 gpm Faucet Aerator
Creative Energy Technologies offers several aerators, including this 1.5 gpm model. It's designed to deliver a strong spray while minimizing water usage. A 0.5 gpm model is also available for even more water conservation.USA Landlord 1.0 GPM Faucet Aerator
USA Landlord offers a wide assortment of faucet aerators for kitchens and bathrooms. This one, recommended for bathrooms, offers a flow rate of 1.0 gpm. It also features dual threads (male and female threads) that should fit most faucets.Utility Savers Ultra High Performance Faucet Aerator
This aerator comes in 0.375 gpm, 0.5 gpm, or 0.7 gpm models, allowing you to cut water use by 80 percent or more. Features a vacuum booster valve that boosts the intensity of the aerator stream flow by 2.5 times over conventional aerator streams.
Choose natural floor cleaner
Earth Friendly Products Floor Kleener
Earth Friendly Products are biodegradable and recyclable.Ecover Ecological Floor Soap
Ecover's specialized floor soap contains natural linseed oil, but they don't stop there. From dishes to laundry to shower to counter tops, check out Ecover's line of eco-friendly cleaning products.Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day All Purpose Cleaner
Available in geranium, lemon verbena, and lavender scents.Natural Choices Home Safe Products Clean & Free Floor Cleaner
This soy-based cleaner was developed for people with asthma, allergies, and sensitivity to chemicals.Petganics floor cleaner
This nontoxic floor cleaner is safe for humans, the environment, and most importantly, your pet.Seventh Generation Natural All Purpose Cleaner
Product is free of environmentally-unfriendly perfumes and dyes.
Choose eco-friendly paper napkins
Cascades Recycled paper napkins
Pick up a brick of these napkins for your next BBQ or party and know that you’re supporting an eco-friendly company. These napkins are made with 100 percent recycled fibers, bleached without chlorine, and processed chlorine-free. Cascades is a Canadian paper products company that helps to preserve 47 million trees each year and recycles more than 2.7 million short tonnes of used paper and paperboard.Green Forest Recycled luncheon napkins
Order some Green Forest 1-ply luncheon napkins for every day use or a special occasion. They contain a minimum of 40 percent post-consumer recycled content, are whitened without the use of chlorine, and are soft, strong, and absorbent.Marcal 100 percent recycled paper napkins
Made with 60 percent post-consumer recycled fibers, Marcal's single-ply paper napkins are part of a range of eco-friendly products offered. Marcal's earth-conscious efforts have saved 6,000 trees, 2 million gallons of water, 140,000 gallons of oil, 30,000 cubic feet of landfill space, and 22,000 pounds of pollution to date.Natural Value Recycled dinner napkins
Natural Value’s paper dinner napkins are made with 35 percent post-consumer recycled content, are free of chlorine bleach, and made with high-quality recycled fibers. They also make PVC-free plastic freezer bags, degradable garbage bags, and unbleached, natural parchment paper.Seventh Generation 100 percent recycled napkins
Made from 80 percent post-consumer recycled content, these napkins are soft and absorbent. Choose between white (processed without chlorine bleach) and brown (unbleached) for your next get-together. Seventh Generation carries a large variety of household products, including other paper products, cleaning agents, and laundry detergent. Most of their products are available in local groceries and health food stores.
Choose eco-friendly paper towels
Cascades Extreme 100 percent recycled paper towel
Canadian brand of 100 percent recycled paper towel has Absorbent Cells® which help with water retention and maintain the towel’s shape when wet. Towels are made with a high percentage of post-consumer waste fibers, are produced with 80 percent less water than the industry average, and come in recycled/recyclable plastic. It is bleached without chlorine and is safe for septic systems. Comes in Jumbo or Mega rolls of multi-sized sheets.Green Forest Recycled paper towel
Order some Green Forest 2-ply paper towels for easy clean-up without the guilt of cutting down forests. They contain a minimum of 40 percent post-consumer recycled content, are whitened without the use of chlorine, and are soft, strong, and absorbent.Marcal 100 percent recycled paper towel
Made with 40 to 60 percent post-consumer recycled fibers and processed chlorine-free, Marcal's 2-ply, white perforated paper towels are part of a range of eco-friendly products offered. Marcal's earth-conscious efforts have saved 6,000 trees, 2 million gallons of water, 140,000 gallons of oil, 30,000 cubic feet of landfill space, and 22,000 pounds of pollution to date.Natural Value Recycled paper towel
Natural Value’s paper towels are made with 35 percent post-consumer recycled content, are free of chlorine bleach, and made with high-quality recycled fibers. They also make PVC-free plastic freezer bags, degradable garbage bags, and unbleached, natural parchment paper.Seventh Generation 100 percent recycled paper towels
Seventh Generation’s paper towels are made with 90 percent post-consumer fibers, are unscented, and have no added dyes or fragrances. Their Right Size format allows you to use only what you need and are available in white (whitened without chlorine) or brown (unbleached). Seventh Generation carries a large variety of household products, including other paper products, cleaning agents, and laundry detergent. Most of their products are available in local groceries and health food stores.Skoy Cloth Kitchen Towels
Skoy offers 100% biodegradable, reusable cloth towels made in Europe. According to Skoy, these bad boys absorb 15 times their own weight!Whole Foods 365 Everyday Value paper towels
These 2-ply paper towels are relatively inexpensive (at about $1.39 per roll) and are made with 100 percent recycled paper, 80 percent of which is post-consumer content. Of course, they’re also whitened without chlorine bleach and are fragrance-free, and come with multi-sized perforations, making it easy to use only as much as you need. Purchase them at any Whole Foods Market.
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