Energy Saving Tips: Large Appliances - Stove Tops

• Match the pot to the size of the cooking element. The pot should just cover the element. If the pot is larger than the element, more energy will be required to heat the pot. If the pot is smaller than the element, energy is wasted.
• Get rid of those garage sale pans. Pans that are bent or with deformed bottoms don't make full contact with heating elements and require more energy to heat up.
• Ensure lids fit properly and, when possible, keep them on when cooking. This traps the heat in and allows you to lower the temperature of the element. Doing this can save you up to 20% of the energy required to cook your meal and your food will cook quicker and more evenly.
• Keep the drip pan under the element clean. Don't line drip pans with aluminum foil, this may reflect heat away from the pot and damage the elements.
• Use an electric kettle to boil water instead of using the stove top which is less efficient.

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