Refrigerators
ENERGY STAR® qualified refrigerators use half the electricity of standard models manufactured before 1993.
ENERGY STAR qualified refrigerators use advanced features such as better insulation and more efficient technology—saving you $200 - $1,100 on energy costs over the lifetime of the product.
Energy Information
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Yearly Cost Savings: |
50% vs. standard non-ENERGY STAR Models |
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Rebate: |
$75-$100 |
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How to shop for an Energy Efficient Refrigerator
If you’re in the market for a new refrigerator, there are many models available in many sizes, and with a wide range of features. With so many choices, picking the best refrigerator for your needs can be daunting. Here is a quick guide to help you purchase the right refrigerator for your home.
When to replace your old fridge or freezer
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If you have a second refrigerator in the garage or basement |
Retire and recycle it. Retiring a second refrigerator or freezer can help you save up to $150 a year on your electric bills. How to recycle your old fridge. |
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If your fridge or freezer was made before 1993 |
It's time for a new one. ENERGY STAR refrigerators use half the electricity of standard models manufactured before 1993. |
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If your fridge or freezer was made between 1993-1999 |
Consider replacing it if:
Use the ENERGY STAR refrigerator calculator to find out how much energy and money your old fridge or freezer is using. The energy savings may justify replacing the refrigerator sooner rather than later. |
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Rebates
The DCSEU offers $75 - $100 rebates on qualifying refrigerators. The select appliances eligible for this rebate help you save more energy and money, while helping to protect the environment.
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Qualifying Product |
Qualified Source |
Qualifying Efficiency Level |
Previous Rebate |
Current Rebate (Rebate subject to change*) | |
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Refrigerator
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CEE Tier 1 |
Percent more efficient than federal standard: 10% |
$50 | $75 |
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CEE Tier 2 or 3 or ES Most Efficient |
Tier 2 and ES Most Efficient: 15% and 20% more efficient than federal standard |
$75 | $100 | ||
*Rebates for the select equipment above are subject to change based on potential future programmatic changes pending the District of Columbia Public Service Commission's regulatory proceedings.
Disclaimer: The DCSEU website has the most up-to-date rebate information. Please refer back to this table or DCSEU rebate applications for accurate rebate amounts.
Eligibility
- The select ENERGY STAR refrigerators must meet the Consortium for Energy Efficiency’s (CEE) Tier 1, Tier 2, Tier 3, or Energy Star Most Efficient specifications.
- Limit one product per utility account per fiscal year.
- Offer is valid on technologies installed after 10/1/2022. Please check back for updates to equipment installation date and application postmark date eligibility. Sign up for updates to be notified of any future changes.