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Cordless phones require constant power and electrical use while charging and during standby mode. Instead get a great deal on a used phone with a cord, which consume very little energy [2]

Source: [2] The Green Book [Three Rivers Press]

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Don't buy fragrance sprays, room deodorizers or air fresheners
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