Energy Efficiency for Your Home's Range and Oven

• Use the microwave when possible. The microwave uses less energy than an oven, and does not need to be preheated.

• Use the kitchen exhaust fan when cooking to reduce moisture problems and pollutants.

• Use lids on pans and pans that fit a burner reduce heat lost.

• Cook more that one item at a time when using the oven or prepare larger amounts and freeze part of the item.

• Self-cleaning ovens may be more energy efficient than regular ovens as they generally have more insulation in the outer structure.