Hot tips to chill out your freezer's energy waste

Freezer efficiency tips

To keep your freezer in tip-top shape, follow these simple suggestions:

  • Keep your freezer set to -18°C.

  • If it's mostly empty, keep some plastic containers full of frozen water inside to help it stay cold.

  • Remove ice buildup on the coils. Buildup makes the compressor run longer to keep cold. Removing buildup saves an average of 10% of a refrigerator's energy, which amounts to up to 60 kWh/yr. Be sure to unplug the unit before carefully cleaning the coils.

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Allow us to break the ice, meet the ENERGY STAR® freezer

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If you choose to purchase a freezer, an ENERGY STAR® certified model can save you 10% on operating costs, saving you up to $30 per year.

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Don't leave your fridge door open

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Every time your fridge door is opened, up to 30 percent of its cooled air can escape. The longer the door stays open, the more your fridge has to work to get cool again.

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Thaw food in the fridge

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If you reduce your microwave defrosting by just 15 minutes per day, you could save approximately $11 per year. So try thawing frozen food in the fridge when you can.

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What appliance uses the most energy per use?

On average, the clothes dryer uses the most energy per use - it needs to generate a lot of heat.