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Refrigerators are at least 15% more efficient than the minimum federal efficiency standard. TVs consume 3 watts or less when switched off, compared to a standard TV, which consumes almost 6 watts on average.

Make sure the equipment you plug-in on campus is ENERGY STAR certified!

Buying ENERGY STAR electronics and appliances can cut energy use by 20 to 30 percent, without sacrificing features, style or comfort.  Because much of our electricity comes from burning fossil fuels, using efficient equipment reduces pollution significantly.

Duke University employees can get assistance with Energy Star and other environmental impact questions from Duke's Green Purchasing Program Coordinator, Andrea Myrick.

Here are some resources to help you find the perfect ENERGY STAR certified piece of equipment for your needs:

Locate a Store: These stores have partnered with ENERGY STAR to label certified products in their stores and train their sales staff about energy efficiency so that they can provide you with advice about purchasing energy-efficient products for your dorm or office.

Find a Product: Products in more than 40 categories are eligible for the ENERGY STAR certification.  This site will help you find certified models for the products you need.  

Special Offers: Many utilities and state governments offer rebates and discounts for purchases of ENERGY STAR certified products.  Unfortunately, this is not the case in North Carolina.  Buying your ENERGY STAR appliances before you get to North Carolina could save you a bundle.  Check for special offers in your state.

Duke's ENERGY STAR policy states that:

"In all areas for which ENERGY STAR ratings exist, the products that Duke purchases will be ENERGY STAR certified or meet the performance requirements for ENERGY STAR certification. In areas for which guidelines are not available, Duke will seek energy efficient products."