JN| LEARN MORE AT energystar.gov ENERGY STAR®, a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency program, helps us all save money and protect our environment through energy-efficient products and practices. For more information, visit www.energystar.gov. BENEFITS OF ENERGY STAR® CERTIFIED COMMERCIAL FOOD SERVICE (CFS) EQUIPMENT Commercial Refrigerators and Freezers Commercial refrigerators and freezers that have earned the ENERGY STAR are approximately 30 percent more energy efficient than standard models. To meet the strict efficiency requirements developed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's ENERGY STAR program, manufacturers use high- quality components and employ innovative designs. Eligible Products: Solid, glass, and mixed solid/glass door refrigerators and freezers. Examples include: reach-in, roll-in, or pass-through units; merchandisers; undercounter units; milk coolers; back bar coolers; bottle coolers; and beer-dispensing or direct draw units. Ineligible Products: Drawer cabinets, prep tables, or deli cases; open air units; laboratory-grade equipment; and refrigerator/ freezer combination units. EXAMPLES OF TECHNICAL APPROACHES TO REDUCE ENERGY CONSUMPTION High-efficiency compressors and improved coil design Electronically commutated motors Variable speed fans Improved fan blade design Anti-sweat heaters Improved insulation and gaskets Efficient interior lighting EXAMPLES OF ADDITIONAL BENEFITS Uniform cabinet temperatures Reduced heat output from more efficient compressor systems and fan motors Extended product lifetime $185 to $270 Annua! Savings Save 1,800 to 2,700 kWh/year $1,770 to $2,600 Lifetime Savings* $60 to $70 Annual Savings Save 590 to 730 kWh/year $560 to $700 Lifetime Savings* * Based on 12-year life and 4 percent discount rate. Actual savings will vary depending on use. ESTIMATED ENERGY AND COST SAVINGS FOR ENERGY STAR CERTIFIED MODELS Commercial Freezers Commercial Refrigerators Incentives available for ENERGY STAR certified commercial refrigerators and freezers range from $20-$1,975 Source: 2012 ENERGY STAR Commercial Food Service Incentive Guide ------- • • # O roTooli The eight ENERGY STAR CFS equipment categories include: griddles, ovens, hot food holding cabinets, fryers, steamers, dishwashers, ice machines, and refrigerators and freezers. ADDITIONAL ENERGY STAR HIGHLIGHTS Outfitting an entire kitchen with a suite of ENERGY STAR certified CFS equipment could save operators about 340 MBtu/year, or the equivalent of more than $3,100/year. These energy savings would prevent about 39,000 pounds of greenhouse gas emissions annually. Models that have earned the ENERGY STAR meet strict guidelines set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Their performance is certified by third-parties based on testing performed in an EPA-recognized laboratory. ENERGY STAR qualified equipment is often a baseline for achieving credits from commercial kitchen and restaurant certification and rating programs. RESOURCES Overview of ENERGY STAR for Commercial Kitchens: http://www.energystar.gov/cfs CFS Product Specifications and Key Product Criteria: http://www.energystar.gov/specifications ENERGY STAR Partner List: http://www.energystar.gov/partnersearch Commercial Kitchen Equipment Savings Calculator: http://www.energystar.gov/cfs ENERGY STAR Where to Buy List: http://www.energystar.gov/cfs/wheretobuy CFS Incentive Finder and CFS Incentive Guide: http://www.energystar.gov/cfs/incentives ENERGY STAR Guide for Restaurants: http://www.energystar.gov/ia/partners/publications/pubdocs/restaurants_guide.pdf ENERGY STAR Training Center: http://www.energystar.gov/training/cfs For more information, visitwww.energystar.gov/cfs or e-mail EPA's ENERGY STAR Commercial Food Service Program atcommercialfoodservice@energystar.gov. Equipment images courtesy of PG&E's Food Service Technology Center (FSTC) ------- |