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What else should I look for when buying a refrigerator?
Consider buying a refrigerator with a top-mounted freezer.
A top-freezer refrigerator that has earned the ENERGY STAR uses less energy than a 60-watt light bulb.
Purchase an appropriately sized refrigerator.
Generally, the larger the refrigerator, the greater the energy consumption. The most energy-efficient
models are typically 16-20 cubic feet.
Consider retiring the old refrigerator in your basement or garage.
Refrigerators over 10 years old could be costing you about $110 per year to run. If you need a second
refrigerator year round, replace the old one with a new ENERGY STAR certified unit and save more than
$50 a year in operating costs.
Recycle your old refrigerator.
If you buy a new refrigerator, be sure to recycle your old one. Many appliance retailers will pick up and
recycle your old refrigerator when you purchase a new one.
Follow these guidelines to reduce the amount of energy your refrigerator uses.
What else should I look for when buying a refrigerator?
Consider buying a refrigerator with a top-mounted freezer.
A top-freezer refrigerator that has earned the ENERGY STAR uses less energy than a 60-watt light bulb.
Purchase an appropriately sized refrigerator.
Generally, the larger the refrigerator, the greater the energy consumption. The most energy-efficient
models are typically 16-20 cubic feet.
Consider retiring the old refrigerator in your basement or garage.
Refrigerators over 10 years old could be costing you about $110 per year to run. If you need a second
refrigerator year round, replace the old one with a new ENERGY STAR certified unit and save more than
$50 a year in operating costs.
Recycle your old refrigerator. If you buy a new refrigerator, be sure to recycle your old one. Many appliance retailers will pick up and recycle your old refrigerator when you purchase a new one.
