What can I save by using ENERGY STAR qualified commercial steam cookers?
Each qualified gas steam cooker can save 45 MBtu annually, or an average of $550/year on utility bills. Each qualified electric steam cooker can save businesses 6,270 kWh annually, or an average of $550/year on utility bills. Save water, too! In addition to saving energy, steam cookers that have earned the ENERGY STAR are 90% more water efficient than non-qualified steam cookers. (on average 2 gallons of water per hour for ENERGY STAR qualified steam cookers versus 25 – 35 gallons of water per hour for standard models). Use the Electric Steamer Life-Cycle Cost Calculator and Gas Steamer Life-Cycle Cost Calculator to calculate your savings.
