Appliances that meet specifications set by the federal government for energy efficiency receive an ENERGY STAR label. To earn the label, appliances must offer significant energy savings and cut down on greenhouse gas emissions and other pollutants. Buying an appliance with this label benefits consumers and the environment in many ways. Cutting Down on Greenhouse Emissions   Image via Flickr by otodo Electricity created by burning fossil fuels releases carbon dioxide gas into the Read more [...]