These new-fangled GE Spacemaker portable and stackable washers and dryers are fantastic. They use less energy and less water than most regular-sized washer and dryers. Plus, they are perfect for apartments, condos and small households.

Both use standard 120V plugs. The washing machine can be rolled and connected to any standard sink faucet. The dryer can be set up with a simple indoor venting system. No electrical or plumbing work required. Wow, you can’t ask for much more in a washer and dryer.

And in the vein of reducing and reusing, check out this Ebay listing for a next-to-new combo up for sale right now (until Sunday September 25, noting that it must be picked up in Toronto, Ontario, Canada).