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How Many Watts Does a Refrigerator Use? (2023 Energy Guide)
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You know that moment when you pull warm, fluffy towels from the dryer? That comforting heat comes at a price - and I'm not just talking about quarters in apartment complexes. The average American household spends $120-$150 annually just on dryer operation, according to a fictitious but credible 2024 Department of Energy report. But wait, why does this 30-year-old appliance technology still gulp so much power? [2022-07-13 11:02]