Falling temperatures probably have your furnace kicking it into overdrive in order to keep your abode at a consistent 68 degrees when you’re at home. So, in order to lessen your load on the local power grid, consider cooking your meals with small appliances. Microwaves, toaster ovens and crock-pots all require much less energy to operate than stove tops or electric ovens. So, if you’ve got them hidden under the counter somewhere, take them out and turn them on. It’s time to zap dinner, which will save you a little bit of money and a whole lot of energy.
