Did you know your home appliances are responsible for approximately 20% of your home’s energy consumption? Washers are one of the biggest culprits, with 80% of their energy being used to heat the water.

To make laundry more eco-friendly, choose a front-loading washer, which may be pricier up-front but will save you up to 30% in energy costs. It also and consumes much less water than a traditional top-loading machine. There are also energy-saving dryers on the market, which automatically shut off when your clothes are dry. Gas dryers are another economical home appliance option, with less cost per load than electric dryers.

Check out these easy tips to make your house more eco-friendly.