You already know that eco-friendly appliances can save you money in the long term. But you don’t have to break the bank now to save later. ENERGY STAR® appliances use 10 to 50 percent less energy than standard models, which will save you money on your energy bill. So you might be able to afford a brand-new refrigerator and that front-load, large-capacity washer you’ve had your eye on.
The best part: ENERGY STAR®-rated appliances are available at different price levels, making green refrigerators, washers and dishwashers accessible for any budget. Check out what’s available now.

REFRIGERATORS & FREEZERS

Refrigerators and freezers are some of the major power users in the home. These ENERGY STAR® models have been designed to cool more efficiently.

LUXURY: Miele Integrated Left-Hinge Freezer

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The ENERGY STAR® rating on this freezer means that it uses at least 10 percent less energy than required by current federal standards.

All Miele refrigerators and freezers are RemoteVision capable, which is equivalent to having a security system for your kitchen appliances. If the refrigerator or freezer door has been left open for an extended time period or if a critical part malfunctions, Miele will be alerted and the homeowners will be contacted. RemoteVision technology prevents excess energy from being wasted.

Available at:
Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery, $6,695 (price does not include panels)

MODERATE: GE Profile ENERGY STAR® French Door Refrigerator with External Dispenser

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With contoured, stainless-steel doors, this refrigerator is as stylish as it is functional. The LED lighting and the easy-access storage drawers make it easier to find what you’re looking for, which means less time spent with the doors open. The Secure-Close door system pulls the doors shut after the handle is released, ensuring no energy is wasted when the doors are accidentally left ajar.

Available at:
Servco Home & Appliance Distribution, $2,749

LUXURY: Miele Integrated Refrigerator

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At 348 kWh per year, this refrigerator has one of the lowest energy-consumption rates on the market. It’s also RemoteVision capable.

Available at:
Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery, $7,795 (price does not include panels)

BUDGET: GE Profile ENERGY STAR® Top-Freezer Refrigerator

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Refrigerators with the freezer on the top or bottom, like this one, are more efficient than side-by-side models. This mid-size, yet spacious, refrigerator offers adjustable glass shelves for additional space and gallon door bins for large containers. The simple temperature controls allow homeowners to easily regulate interior temps, putting energy use in their own hands.

Available at:
Servco Home & Appliance Distribution, $838

LUXURY: GE Monogram Fully Integrated Refrigerator, Customizable, with Convertible Drawer

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Extra Savings! ENERGY STAR® appliances qualify for Hawaii Energy rebates! Find out more at hawaiienergy.com.

This eco-friendly fridge was the first HFC-free refrigerator in the U.S. Rather than using harmful ozone-depleting hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) refrigerants, which are commonly used in household refrigerators, this GE Monogram® refrigerator uses a low-impact R600a refrigerant. This ENERGY STAR®-qualified appliance is also outfitted with energy-efficient, LED interior lighting and self-closing drawers.

Available at:
Servco Home & Appliance Distribution, $6,522

DISHWASHERS

Replacing an old dishwasher with an ENERGY STAR®-qualified model can save up to 10 gallons of water per cycle, according to the ENERGY STAR® website.

MODERATE: Jenn Air Tri-Fecta�,,� Fully Integrated, Full-Size Dishwasher

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This sleek, stainless-steel dishwasher is ENERGY-STAR® qualified and offers a top-rack-only wash option for light loads. It has six cycles with seven different options, ensuring the best washes for china, crystal or heavy-duty pans.

Available at:
Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery, $1,355

BUDGET: Bosch Evolution Ascenta Series Dishwasher

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Using only 2.38 gallons of water per load, this ENERGY STAR®-qualified dishwasher comes with EcoSense® technology that reduces energy usage by up to 20 percent. It also comes with a half-load option for small loads, using half the water typically used for a full load.

Available at:
Servco Home & Appliance Distribution, $699

LUXURY: Jenn Air Tri-Fecta Fully Integrated, Full-Size Dishwasher

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Miele dishwashers come with a safety valve located on the incoming water line and a sealed underside with a water sensor that prevents excess water spillage. With 11 wash programs, including china and crystal, and five specialty cycles, this ENERGY STAR® Miele dishwasher is one of the most advanced on the market.

Available at:
Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery, $2,299 (price does not include panels)

WASHING MACHINES

ENERGY STAR® washers use about 37 percent less energy and 50 percent less water than regular washers, according to the ENERGY STAR® website. Save water and energy with these models:

LUXURY: Kenmore Elite Front-Load Washer

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This washer is made for large loads, saving homeowners both time and energy by washing more clothes in fewer loads. The washer features the Cold Clean Cycle, which uses cold water to clean as effectively as warm-water cycles and uses 51 percent less energy than the normal cycle.

Available at:
Sears, from $1,214

MODERATE: Kenmore Front-Load Washer

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This powerful, high-efficiency front-load washer is ENERGY STAR®-rated and has the capacity to effectively clean 34 extra-large T-shirts in one load. When purchased with the matching dryer, the set can be stacked, maximizing the use of limited laundry-room space.

Available at:
Sears, from $747

BUDGET: Kenmore Top-Load Washer

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This washer is both ENERGY STAR®-rated and top-loading, proving that you can have the style and value you want with the efficiency you need. It can save you more than $130 in water and energy costs per year and more than 20 gallons of water per load.

Available at:
Sears, from $539

LUXURY: GE Profile Stainless-Steel, Large- Capacity Front-Load Washer

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This ENERGY STAR® washer features eWash, an energy-saving setting that uses an efficient, cold-water wash on select cycles. The 1300 RPM spin speed is fast enough to remove excess water and save time and energy spent in the dryer.

Available at:
Servco Home & Appliance Distribution, $1,796

MODERATE: GE ENERGY STAR® King-Size Capacity, Front-Load Washer

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With room for a king-size comforter, this front-load washer is stylish and efficient. The 1100-RPM spin speed removes excess water from the clothes before they’ve been placed in the dryer — and less time in the dryer equals more energy savings.

Available at:
Servco Home & Appliance Distribution, $840