appliances
Money Isn t All You 're Saving
US Environmental Protection Agency and US Department ol Energy
EPA 430F-01-031 October 2001
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WHAT IS EN
ENERGY STAR is a label thai identifies energy-effK
products, such as appliances, which meet guidelines
set by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
and the US Department of Energy (DOE).
ENERGY STAR labeled products help customers save
energy and money without sacrificing performance — one
solution to energy supply and cost concerns. ENERGY STAR
ENERGY STAR LAB
ENERGY STAR labeled appliances meet strict energy-
efficiency criteria without sacrificing performance or design
Look for refrigerators, room air conditioners, dishwashers,
clothes washers, and dehumidifiers that carry the ENERGY
STAR label. They're made to fit the style of your home with
modern designs and premium features
REFRIGERATORS
Refrigerators are one of the highest energy-
consuming products in your home.
Depending on the type of refrigerator 4
and the cost of electricity in your ai<
ENERGY STAR; ; jve
more than $35 annually on utility bn
DEHUMIDIFIERS
Dehumidifiers reduce the amount of moisture
in the air and have become pop
appliances in homes across the United States,
particularly those with basemen' od
moisture contributes lo a healthy home environs
by preventing mold, mildew, and odor. On average.
each ENERGY STAR labeled dehum ves
more than $90 over the life of the unit through
lower utilily bills"
To locate a store near you that carries ENERGY STAR labeled
appliances, use our store locator at www.energystar.gov/consumer.
You can even calculate your savings by using the simple
:ngs calculator. Just sel. products." click on
inces." and choose the item you are inU
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also helps protect the environment by reducing air pollution
and global warming associated with energy production
In addition to appliances, more than 30 product categories.
including lighting, home office equipment, heating and cooling
equipment, and consumer electronics, feature the ENERGY
STAR label. And the list of products continues to grow, making
it easier to save money and make a difference at the same time
ELED APPLIANCES
ROOM AIR CONDITIONERS
ENERGY STAR labeled room air conditioners are at least 10
percent more efficient than conventional models. Replacing
a 10-year-old room air conditioner with a new ENERGY
STAR labeled model can save up to $20 annually in
electricity, depending on the size of the unit you are replacing
^ DISHWASHERS
New ENERGY STAR labeled dishwashers are at least
25 percent more efficient than new conventional
models. Replacing a 10-year-old dishwasher
with an ENERGY STAR labeled model
^ can save more than $30 each year in
energy costs. These dishwashers also
k minimize water use and demand on
the water heater through innovative
design features and controls.
CLOTHES WASHERS
ENERGY STAR qualified clothes washers
come in front-loading and top-loa
models Both use less water and energy than
standard clothes washers saving a typical
household up to $93 per year in energy and water
costs compared with a 10-year-old conventional model.
For more information.
visit www energystar.gov,
or call 1-888-STAR-YES
(1-888-782-7937).
Money Isn't All You 're Saving
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SAVE ENERGY, SAVE MONEY
When buying an appliance, remember there are TWO price tags, the
actual price of the appliance and the energy and water costs you incur
monthly to operate it. By incorporating advanced technologies and
premium features. ENERGY STAR qualified appliances may help offset
initial costs through energy savings over the life of each unit.
By choosing ENERGY STAR qualified appliances, you can save 10 - 50
percent compared with conventional models and even more compared
with older models that you may currently own. By replacing your 10-year-
old refrigerator, dishwasher, room air conditioner, and clothes washer
with ENERGY STAR labeled equipment, you could save about $140 each
year, calculated using the national average electric rate of 8.5
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CHANGE TO ENERGY STAR
Consider these benefits when replacing old appliances with
ENERGY STAR labeled models:
Improved Refrigerators Some of today's ENERGY STAR
labeled refrigerators use less electricity than a 75-watt light bulb
More efficient operation means that newer models are quieter than
older versions, redesigned doors provide better insulation to keep
food fresher: and deeper doors provide more space for commonly
used items.
Cooler Room Air Conditioners — ENERGY STAR labeled room
air conditioners feature high-efficiency compressors, fan motors.
and heat transfer surfaces. More heat from the air is transferred
into the coils than in conventional models, saving energy required
to compress the refrigerant
A room-proportionate air conditioner helps ensure proper temperature
adjustments and comfortable humidity levels When speaking to
your sales representative, consider the size of the room, whether
it gets heavy sunlight or shade, the amount of traffic through the
room, and whether or not the room is a kitchen
"Smart" Dishwashers ENERGY STAR labeled dishwashers
have "smart" features that minimize water use and demand on the
water heater and allow for quieter operation and less pre-rinsing.
Construction includes more effective washing action, energy-
efficient motors and other advanced technology, such as sensors
that determine the length of the wash cycle and the temperature
of the water necessary to clean the dishes.
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LABELED APPLIANCES
Always be sure to consider factors like how much water
the dishwasher uses per cycle. Less water means less
cost to operate
Advanced Clothes Washer Technology ENERGY
STAR labeled clothes washers incorporate high-quality
features for improved performance. Gentler operation,
more thorough rinsing, and the removal of more water in
the spin cycle make washing clothes more convenient
and help protect your clothing investment.
Front-loading machines feature washtubs that move
clothes horizontally, similar to clothes dryers. Top-loading
ENERGY STAR qualified clothes washers use sensor
technology to control water temperature and volume, then
use high-pressure spray rinses to remove soap from clothes
Energy-efficient Dehumidifiers • To qualify for the
ENERGY STAR label, a dehumidifier with the capacity to
remove 10 24 liters of water from the air per day must
have an Energy Factor of 1.30 or greater
,- RGY STAR laCeted model.
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