In the courts of kings and queens in medieval Europe, the jester was the person whose job was to do silly things in order to make people laugh . See full definition.
High efficiency models such as front-loading washers can greatly reduce water use. Small machines (those under 4.0 cubic feet) that use less than 6.5 gallons of water per cubic foot can reduce water use by up to 50%. For additional information see: Clothes Washers: Water and Energy-Saving Tips and Technologies (73 KB)
Clothes washers purchased on or after July 1, 2015 must meet or exceed the CEE Tier 1 standard to qualify for a rebate. As of November 11, 2015, rebates are now available for Premium High Efficiency Toilets using 1.1gpf or less, and are offered at $40 per toilet.