Fridges and freezers

• Every extra star on your fridge and freezer will save you up to 23% on its energy costs.^[1]
• The energy star rating system now recognises refrigerators/freezers that are ‘super-efficient’. As a result, these appliances now show a rating out of 10 stars rather than the usual six.
• Many businesses use domestic fridges and freezers in their operations. To compare their running costs before you buy, click here: EnergyCut.info/fridge-ratings
• When buying a two door fridge, chest freezer or upright freezer, the NSW OEH recommend that you should look for a unit with 3 stars. They also advise that chest freezers are more energy efficient than upright models.
• Other energy efficiency attributes to look out for are easy to read thermostat controls, adjustable defrost, inverter technology and a door alarm.
• You should also buy a unit that’s just the right size for your operations. Don’t buy a unit that’s too big as it will use more energy than you need it to.