Much of the energy that we use in our everyday lives, we use in our home. How can we tell just how much energy we are using, and where we are using that energy? First we need to understand the concept of power. Then we will be able to measure how much energy each of our appliances uses and how much it costs. The number of appliances that require energy in a typical household has grown and grown, including radios, lamps, clocks, ovens, refrigerators, hair curlers, etc., etc., etc.

By browsing through the web pages below, you will find out how to figure out how much energy each appliance in your house uses, how the electric company charges you for the energy you use, and how much each appliance costs you to run. Finally you will be able to cut down on the use of some of these appliances and figure out how much energy and money you have saved.