EGEE102:Energy Conservation and Envrionmental Protection

 

Appliance Energy Consumption

Household appliances, cooking, and lighting consume 33% of the energy at home as shown in the pie chart below. Water heating (not included in the appliances) is the second largest energy expense after home heating and cooling. It typically accounts for about 14% of the utility bill.

Typical Residential Energy Use

Source: http://www.eere.energy.gov/consumerinfo/energy_savers/energyuse.html