Stay Cool with Energy Star Air Conditioners

Posted on June 10, 2008
Tag(s): Energy, Greenhouse Gas Emissions / Global Warming, Money Saving
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Record temperatures have made life a little unbearable lately, especially for those living in older homes without central air. So, if you’re on a mission to cool down with room air conditioner units, those rated by Energy Star are going to be your best bet.

The Energy Star program brought to us by the U.S. EPA and Department of Energy qualifies and labels air conditioners that are more energy efficient than typical models. Compare the yellow and black Energy Star labels for estimated annual operating costs of various models. When you save energy, not only do you save money on utility bills, but you help keep the air cleaner by minimizing pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.

Tips to keep your room A/C unit working efficiently include: purchasing the proper size unit for the room it is going into; cleaning the filters regularly; using the timer to save money by minimizing the time needed to achieve optimum comfort with the least amount of energy used.

Special offers and rebates on room air conditioners may be available in your area. Click here for details.

Source: EnergyStar.gov