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The environmental impact of laundry in the United States... and ways YOU can help!

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Want to make a difference? Follow these simple steps to green your laundry!

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By choosing a front-loading washer in your dorm laundry room or at the laundromat, you'll save

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Fill your washing machine for maximum efficiency! Most front-loading machines can hold 18 lbs of clothes, OR:

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To save energy, wash your clothes on the cold setting.

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71% of the energy used to launder clothes is attributable to dryer operation.

Let your clothes air dry at least 50% of the time.