What Are Energy Efficient Refrigerators?
Energy efficient refrigerators are those that use less energy to run than do comparable standard models. Manufacturers focus on two primary areas when developing energy efficient refrigerators: insulation and compressor technology. Though there is no universally-accepted definition for what may constitute energy efficient refrigerators, some do receive special recognition as being particularly efficient. In the United States, the Energy Star® program labels certain models as being more efficient than the competition. Models in the United States that are at least 20% more efficient than the average model receive the Energy Star® designation. Many other countries may have similar ratings for refrigerators, heaters, and air conditioners.
