While an Energy Efficient Appliances may not look that different on the outside, it can be vastly different on the inside. Energy efficient appliances cost less to run and therefore lower your energy cost bill. These appliances also can be considered more “green” or environmentally friendly since they use less energy.http://www.eartheasy.com/live_energyeffic_appl.htm
Most of America’s energy runs on electricity, which is usually made by burning fossil fuels. The burning of fossil fuels is known to cause pollution in the form of air pollution, smog, acid rain and can even effect global warming. The more energy efficient we are, the more we can help this problem.
One way of knowing that your appliance is energy efficient in the United States is to look for the Energy Star symbol. This is a label given by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy to show that these appliances are above the standards the government has set out for energy efficiency. The Energy Star logo is given to clothes washers, dryers, refrigerators, dishwashers and room air conditioners. To meet the standards, appliances must contribute significantly to nationwide energy savings, deliver features wanted by customers, have a reasonable cost recovery time if efficient appliance costs more then a less efficient choice, appliances must have the same technology offered by more then one manufacturer, appliances must have efficiency levels that can be tested, have a label that shows a difference in the product and is seen by consumer.http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?c=products.pr_how_earn
Specials & Rebates
In addition to the savings generated with an energy efficient appliance, Energy Star often offers specials and rebates. These rebates can be on large and small appliances as well as electrical household items. They can include water coolers, fans, heat pumps, thermostats, phones, blu-ray products, televisions, insulation, windows, doors, computers, printers, water heaters and much more. Rebates can change throughout the year. You can see what the current rebates are by going to their website at energystar.gov.http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?fuseaction=rebate.rebate_locator
Energy Efficient Appliances
Energy Efficient Appliances are offered at most appliance centers. These appliances can help you use 10 to 50 percent less water and/or energy. Looking for the Energy Star label is a good way to make sure you are getting an Energy Efficient Appliance in the United States. Rebates and specials are often offered by Energy Star throughout the year.
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Look the same as other appliances
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Helps lessen pollution in your neighborhood
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Energy Star often has specials and rebates
