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Refrigerators & Freezers

Few appliances are more central to a home than the refrigerator/freezer unit. The impact of the refrigerator is reflected in the high energy costs associated with its use. Other than heating and cooling units, the refrigerator is the single largest consumer of energy in most households. In response to the pressure to reduce energy usage, large manufacturers are now offering models with many of the latest features that use significantly less energy through more precise controls and high efficiency compressors.

Clothes Washers & Dryers

Laundry is a large contributor to home water and energy bills. There are two ways to lower bills: use less water and use cooler water. Energy efficient washers require less than half the water of their traditional counterparts and spin the clothes more effectively to reduce drying time and lower energy use. Moisture sensors allow dryers to run until clothes are dry and then automatically shut off.

Dishwashers

Like clothes washers, dishwashers consume significant amounts of both energy and water. While dishwashers are more efficient than hand-washing, many homeowners either do not have an appropriately sized model or select costly settings that severely reduce the benefits achieved from machine washing. If used correctly, an ENERGY STAR qualified dishwasher will save 5,000 gallons of water, $40 in utility costs, and 230 hours of your time annually, when compared to hand-washing.

Ranges & Ovens

ENERGY STAR does not certify cooking ranges due to the small role that cooking plays in a home’s overall energy consumption (~ 4.5%). That being said, newer models are more energy-efficient than their predecessors. When replacing an existing cooking unit, it is certainly advisable to review the relative energy efficiency of your alternatives to maximize long-term energy cost savings.

OVERVIEW

In today’s market, energy efficient appliances use 10-50% less energy and water than standard models. The key to understanding energy efficient appliances is to compare the additional cost of the appliance to the energy saved over its lifetime. In most cases, the money saved by switching to an efficient model more than outweighs the higher upfront cost of the appliance.

SUMMARY:

Appliances! They sure do make our lives easier. Over the last several years, appliance manufacturers have introduced a bevy of new features to further simplify and stylize our lives. But how much energy do our home appliances consume? Are there ways to save? Is it time to upgrade to a more energy efficient appliance model, perhaps one displaying the ENERGY STAR brand? Do I have to sacrifice style for energy savings? If it seems like this can all be a bit confusing, we agree. But we're here to help. Our Energy101 guide to energy efficient appliances will help you cut through the information overload and provide you with straight-forward energy saving tips and advice. We provide clear advice on all the major appliance categories: Refrigerators and Freezers, Ranges and Ovens, Dishwashers and Clothes Washers and Dryers. Our Energy101 Guide includes savings calculators that will give you an estimate of expected energy savings from your appliance upgrades. After all, a more energy efficient home is not only good for the planet, it's good for your wallet too. Once you've determined the appliance upgrades that are right for you, our 1-Stop Shop for energy saving products offers a complete range of energy efficient appliances . So let's get started!