Getting a Sweeter Refer

In a fit of patriotism I decided to replace our 12 year old refrigerator. We got some federal dollars and a manufacturer's rebate, but most important, the promise of reduced electric bills. A few years ago it wouldn't have made any difference because we have a minimum charge for electricity that we were hard-pressed to exceed. Now, we exceed it with ease.

In my own Green Tips, I claim the kitchen refrigerator as one of the top users of power in your house. Getting a new one just might pay for itself. Finding a fridge that makes everyone happy was not only difficult, it was more expensive than I wanted. Mountain Dad often complained about the dent in the old refer, but hey, it just added character. I admit, the clear packing tape that held the door together all these years was a bit tacky.

OK, it is nice to have a new appliance in the house, and one that saves kilowatts. I just wish I could learn not to bash my toes with the new, longer, more efficient door. There's more than one way to get Green.