Make the best choice for you and your environment
In recent times, we have tried to get sustainable products that cause less damage to the environment. But we need to have a basic understanding of this and how the refrigerator damages the environment.
How does your refrigerator harm the environment?
A refrigerator is a necessity in every household to store food. Using a refrigerator all day might harm the environment, but all refrigerators do not necessarily damage the environment. Some specific types of fridges use hazardous substances like CFC (chlorofluorocarbons) or HDFC (hydrofluorocarbon) that can cause harm to the environment. If you’re concerned about harming the environment look for such substances in the refrigerator while buying a new fridge.
The other way refrigerators harm the environment is via heavy power consumption. This is where energy-efficient fridge come into picture.
Why are energy-efficient refrigerators important?
All modern refrigerators are energy efficient. This refrigerator saves you energy and utility bills. Modern refrigerators have advanced compressors that do not need energy all day, which can control their temperature and work efficiently without a constant current supply. This feature helps energy-efficient refrigerators become eco-friendly and cause less harm to the environment.
How to keep your refrigerator eco-friendly?
- Ensure having the right temperature for your fridge, the refrigerator at 35 to 38 degrees, and the freezer between 0 to 5 degrees.
- Clean the condenser coils at least once a year. Unplug your refrigerator and clean or vacuum coils thoroughly, which will increase the efficiency of the refrigerator by 30%
- Defrost your fridge to keep your food quality best and supply air with the best quality in all compartments
- To save more energy, make sure to switch off the anti-sweat functionality of your refrigerator. This function takes 5% to 10% more energy.
What features to look for in an eco-friendly refrigerator
- Power saving mode: This mode switches off the peripheral component and saves more energy
- HFC and CHC-free: These components can be hazardous and can contribute to pollution which is not eco-friendly
- Make sure to have an ENERGY STAR certificate for your refrigerator that tells if your refrigerator is efficient or not.
Best eco-friendly refrigerators you can consider buying
- LG Double-door Refrigerator 322L, 3Star, Smart inverter Compressor, Convertible, Smart Diagnosis, Shiny Steel Finish, Frost-Free
- Haier 195L Direct Cool Single Door Refrigerator
- SAMSUNG 253L 2Star Inverter Frost Free Double Door Refrigerator
- Whirlpool 253L 3Star Convertible 10-in-1 Intellifresh Inverter Frost Free Double Door Refrigerator
- Godrej 210 L4 Star Inverter Direct Cool Single Door Refrigerator
Additional Tips for Eco-Friendly Cooling
Place your fridge strategically: Avoid placing it in direct sunlight or near a heat source like an oven.
Clean the condenser coils regularly: Dust buildup on the coils reduces efficiency.
Don’t overload the fridge: Good air circulation is essential for efficient cooling.
Let hot food cool before placing it in the fridge: This reduces the workload on the compressor.
