When it comes to appliances, making purchasing decisions can be difficult. One must consider when to replace an old appliance and purchase a new one. Many people forget to keep in mind that the cost of the new appliance does not stop when it leaves the store. In order to operate it, energy must also be purchased on a continual basis. That being said, it is wise to invest in an energy efficient appliance that will save money in the long run. Several factors make today’s greener machines more effective, including more efficient motors that cycle on less frequently and machines that are better insulated such as the newer water heaters.

Energy Efficient Appliance FAQ's

Consumer Guide: How refrigeration has become more efficient

Sustainable Choices: Stanford University’s help sheet for choosing a better appliance

Refrigerators and Freezers: Virginia Tech gives discusses why new freezers and refrigerators are better

Light Bulbs: Lighting for the home has become better for the environment

EVO: Lists appliances and gives a history of Energy Star

Natural Resources: Answers how buying energy efficient appliances saves money

ServiceMagic: Gives the pros and cons of Energy Star appliances

 
Database of Energy Efficient Appliances

EnergyStar: This is the United States government website with product reviews

California: This site supported by the California government is extensive and inclusive

Homespeed: Is a European site with information by maker and model

Energy: Savings Trust has a large list of energy efficient appliances and other household goods

WWF: And their top ten list of the best appliances

GEEA: Is the Group for Energy Efficient Appliances

DocStoc: Talks about how technology has impacted appliances

Energy Rating: Lists appliances, ratings, regulations and product standards

CEC: Gives efficiency information for large and small appliances

Additional Resources

Recycling: Those old appliances and other household waste.

NY Institute of Technology: Built a house with the most energy efficient appliances and wrote about it here.

File Transit: Offers software to determine how much money and energy is being saved

NDRC: The Natural Resources Defense Council discusses how to protect wildlife while becoming more energy efficient

Consumer Reports: Asks “Does the Energy Star ensure savings?”

NYC: Offers ways to reduce waste when becoming energy efficient

Bnet: Tells how to maintain efficient appliances

EPA: Shows environmental information for energy efficient machines including mercury

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