An energy-efficient product is one that performs the same function, yet uses less energy than other similar products on the market. For example, an energy-efficient light bulb and traditional light bulb both illuminate your home, but the former uses far less energy than the latter. Energy-efficient products like these will save you money and reduce your carbon footprint. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to jump on the eco-friendly bandwagon since the market is now flooded with various energy efficient products. Here’s a look at some of the best new products in energy efficiency:

Nest Thermostat

Programmable thermostats can save homeowners up to $150 every year by letting them preset their heating and cooling system to turn off and on at certain hours of the day. The programmable thermostat product is not new, but this year, Nest released the first one to ever earn an Energy Star rating. This innovative model also connects directly to Amazon’s Alexa, so you can control it with your voice.

Gota Dishwasher

Dishwashers consume a significant amount of electricity and water when they clean your dirty dishes. Now, the Gota dishwasher provides homeowners with a more energy-efficient option. This compact dishwasher uses steam and high pressure mechanics to wash your dishes without using nearly as much electricity or water. Its small size can fit up to six plates, six utensils, and six cups, so it’s perfect for homeowners that never seem to completely fill their dishwasher with dirty dishes.

KaliPAK Solar Generator

Installing solar panels on your home can drastically improve your energy efficiency, however this is an expensive upgrade that many homeowners cannot afford. But now, anyone can harness the energy from the sun with the new KaliPAK Solar Generator. This portable solar generator is lightweight enough to carry everywhere. Don’t let its small size fool you—this generator is powerful enough to charge an iPhone 80 times or a laptop 12 times in a single cycle. It is even designed with storage space for your electronic devices, so you can carry them use the generator to recharge when one of your batteries gets low.

Benefyd

The Benefyd app helps homeowners identify ways to improve the energy efficiency of their home. How does it work? Answer a few simple questions about your appliances, insulation, and other areas of your home. Using this information, the app will generate a list of custom energy-efficient recommendations that will save you money and make your home more eco-friendly. The app even estimates how much you will save by making each upgrade on the list of recommendations, which makes it easy for homeowners to decide which projects they should tackle. Benefyd also informs homeowners of rebates or promotions that they can take advantage of to lower their energy usage and put more money in their pockets!

Commute Greener

The Commute Greener app is designed to help commuters all over the world find the most energy efficient route to their final destination. Simply enter your current address and tell the app where you are headed. Then, the app will present a list of eco-friendly transportation options that are available to you. For instance, the app may suggest bike routes or local carpooling services so you can reduce emissions on your commute. The more you use the app, the more badges and rewards you will earn!

These products make it easier than ever for you to go green, so what are you waiting for? Start saving money—and the environment—by purchasing a few of the energy-efficient products off of this list.