You could save up to $60* a year in energy costs when you replace a fridge from 1990 or earlier with a new ENERGY STAR qualified fridge.
On average, fridges last 17 years, so the savings really stack up.
WHY CHOOSE ENERGY STAR
ENERGY STAR qualified fridges must exceed minimum Government of Canada energy efficiency standards by at least 15 per cent.
ENERGY STAR qualified fridges typically have more energyefficient compressors and insulation than standard models. They may also have an “Energy Saver” switch that allows you to adjust how much energy the fridge uses.
TIP: Organize your fridge to allow air to circulate around your food
ENERGY-SAVING SHOPPING TIPS
Fridges with a freezer on the bottom tend to be the most energy efficient, while side-by-side models are least efficient. Choose a fridge that will be the right size for your needs. Generally the larger the fridge, the more energy it will use.
• For one or two people, consider a fridge that is 12 cubic feet.
• For three to four people,consider a fridge that’s 14 – 17 cubic feet.
• For each additional person,consider adding two cubic feet.
• Generally, the more options your fridge has (such as an ice maker or a butter conditioner), the more energy it will use.
You could save up to $30* a year in energy costs when you replace a freezer from 1990 or earlier with a new ENERGY STAR qualified freezer. On average, freezers last 21 years, so the savings really stack up.
WHY CHOOSE ENERGY STAR
ENERGY STAR qualified standard-size freezers must exceed minimum Government of Canada energy efficiency standards by at least 10 per cent.
TIP: Keep your freezer full. A full freezer works more efficiently than an empty one.
ENERGY-SAVING SHOPPING TIPS
There are two types of freezers: chest freezers and upright freezers. Chest freezers are more energy efficient because less cold air escapes when you open them.
Choose a freezer that will be the right size for your needs. Generally the larger the freezer, the more energy it will use. On average, most households require about 4.5 cubic feet of freezer space per person.
Choose a freezer that properly fits in your space. Your freezer needs space around its exterior so it can function properly. Usually two to three inches of clearance is required, but
check the owner’s manual to make sure.
You could save up to $40* a year in energy costs when you replace a dishwasher from 1990 or earlier with a new ENERGY STAR qualified dishwasher.
On average, dishwashers last 13 years, so the savings really stack up.
WHY CHOOSE ENERGY STAR
ENERGY STAR qualified dishwashers must exceed minimum Government of Canada energy efficiency standards by at least 41 per cent.
TIP: Run your dishwasher only when it’s full.
ENERGY-SAVING SHOPPING TIPS
Choose a dishwasher with energy-saving options (including economy cycles, sensors to adjust wash cycles, no-heat drying and an internal water heater) to save even more.Choose the model that uses the least amount of water. Some dishwashers use up to 35 litres (7.7 gallons) of water for each load. Ask your retailer or check the owner’s manual to see how much water the appliance uses.
TIP: When possible, air-dry your dishes and your laundry.
* Energy savings are calculated using the average energy consumption of appliances manufactured in 1990. (Source: Natural Resources Canada.) The calculations factor in an electricity cost of 9.38 cents per kilowatt hour. The dishwasher and clothes washer calculations also include natural gas savings from reduced water heating costs.
You could save up to $60* a year in energy costs when you replace a clothes washer from 1990 or earlier with a new ENERGY STAR qualified clothes washer.
On average, clothes washers last 14 years, so the savings really stack up.
WHY CHOOSE ENERGY STAR
ENERGY STAR qualified clothes washers have advanced design features that deliver cleaning performance while using 35 to 50 per cent less water and 20 to 50 per cent less energy per load than other washers. ENERGY STAR qualified clothes washers manufactured in or after 2007 are at least 36 per cent more energy efficient than other new models.
TIP: Wash your clothes in cold water, rather than warm or hot water.
ENERGY-SAVING SHOPPING TIPS
Look for a clothes washer that does not have an agitator in the middle of the drum – most front loading clothes washers have this design.
Check for features that can decrease your energy use.
Choose a machine with a cold rinse and cold wash option.
Choose a clothes washer with a water-level adjustment control, so it doesn’t use more water than necessary.
Currently there are no ENERGY STAR qualified clothes dryers for sale in Canada. However, new clothes dryers on the market use 15 per cent less energy than clothes dryers manufactured on or before 1990, because they have more efficient motors and controls.
When shopping for appliances, use the EnerGuide label and look for the familiar ENERGY STAR symbol to find the most energy efficient products.
EnerGuide is a federal government program that rates appliances on a scale of best to worst for annual energy consumption, compared to other models in their size and class.
The ENERGY STAR symbol – displayed alone or as part of the EnerGuide label – identifies the most energy efficient products in their class.
TIP: To recycle old appliances, contact your municipal waste department or visit the Saskatchewan Waste Reduction Council at saskwastereduction.ca.
Major appliances account for over a third of your monthly power bill. Upgrading to new ENERGY STAR qualified appliances helps you save energy, save money and protect the environment.
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