“Less is more”

Tim is the average homeowner Tim Where do I start? How will I be able to afford these appliances? What appliances are right for my home?

An epidemic of waste has spread throughout homes across America. The average American lives in a home with both inefficient appliances and house features. There are many new appliances that have been developed to reduce electricity use. What has prevented the average house owner from owning and investing in these electrically efficient technologies? Initial cost and lack of knowledge have prevented home owners from making “energy star” choices.

Some Products that can reduce energy consumption: An Energy Star qualified television uses 40% less energy Average plasma television consumes 441 kWh of electricity per year (Home Electronics, 2010). Switching to an Energy star television would save kWh per year.

Some Products that can reduce energy consumption: Wireless routers use up to 48 kWh of electricity per year (Energy Star). Small improvements over a large customer base can have a huge impact on energy savings. Energy efficient routers run on 41% less energy (Justin, 2008). Switching to an efficient router would save 20 kWh of energy per unit.

Some Products that can reduce energy consumption: A washing machine that is not Energy Star will consume 1,030 kWh of energy per year (FEMP Designated Product: Clothes Washers) An energy star washing machine will run on 30% less energy and use 50% less water (Energy Star). Switching to an Energy Star washer would save 309 kWh of energy a year.

Some Products that can reduce energy consumption: There is no Energy Star program for dryers The most efficient way to dry clothes has been using a clothesline. The average dryer uses 875 kWh of electricity per year (Scientists, 2007). Switching to a clothesline would save 875 kWh of electricity a year.

Some Products that can reduce energy consumption: Inefficient dishwashers use 573 kWh of electricity a year The most efficient models on the market can operate only using 204 kWh of electricity per year. This is a savings of 369 kWh of electricity per year (Dishwashers).

Some Products that can reduce energy consumption: Most solar panels can convert 10% of the sun’s energy into electricity Electricity would vary greatly from customer to customer due to climate and number of panels used A 1 kW panel can produce 1300 kWh of electricity a year (What's the Payback?, 2004).

“ElectroLess is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping average homeowners use energy resources more efficiently through reducing the cost of energy conservation and education. ElectroLess will facilitate bulk buying of efficient technology, circulate a bi- monthly efficiency publication and provide home energy audits.” ElectroLess Mission Statement

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ElectroLess will make energy efficient technologies more affordable to the average home owner by networking large purchases of appliances. Since purchases are bought in bulk, cheap prices will be passed on to ElectroLess customers. Bids are taken from companies and the best deal is chosen. ElectroLess Orders are placed online. Appliances are distributed to customers. Pacific Ocean San Diego Long Beach California

 Will feature new electrically efficient appliances for the home  Contains articles on national and community efforts to reduce energy consumption  Tips and suggestions on how to change lifestyles to increase electrical efficiency  Magazines will be free. Advertising spaces in magazine will provide sufficient funds to create and distribute magazine. Other services provided by ElectoLess: Bimonthly Magazine

 Free assessments will be given to home owners to target areas where energy consumption can be reduced.  House insulation, window treatments, green appliances and more Free Energy Audits

 Sponsor conferences that display new green technologies.  Homeowners will be capable of viewing demonstrations of new appliances.  ElectroLess will send out representatives to local high schools to increase awareness of energy conservation. Technology Conferences and High School Awareness.

 Phase One – Establish project goals and milestones, and conduct research  Phase Two – Perform job searches and appoint applicants to their positions.  Phase Three – Solicit investments, donations, fund-raising etc.  Phase Four – Begin volunteer recruitment, establish local chapters, and execute distribution of our magazine and other information.  Phase Five – Begin bulk ordering and home energy audits  Phase Six “Nonstop Phase” – ElectroLess will continue to expand, evaluate success and plan for the future. Timeline

 ElectroLess will mostly be self- sustaining.  Funds will be raised through magazine advertisements.  Fundraisers would be held to initially get the project started. Large companies would be encouraged to donate.  EPA Environmental Education Grants  Unclaimed Stimulus Money How ElectroLess Will Be Funded

Tim is now green!  Tim uses less electricity  Tim’s utility bills are lower  Tim wastes less water  Tim is happier

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