How much energy does a fridge use?
Average consumption of refrigerator per year
| Fridge freezer combination | Tabletop fridge | 1-door fridge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| A+++ | 164 kWh | 82 kWh | 74 kWh |
| A++ | 228 kWh | 121 kWh | 116 kWh |
| A+ | 273 kWh | 138 kWh | 139 kWh |
Average energy costs per year
| Fridge freezer combination | Tabletop fridge | 1-door fridge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| A+++ | € 37.76 | € 18.91 | € 17.35 |
| A++ | € 52.51 | € 27.73 | € 26.74 |
| A+ | € 62.87 | € 31.90 | € 32.04 |
The exact consumption is shown on the energy label
The average energy consumption of a refrigerator is indicated in kilowatt hours (kWh) on the energy label. This wattage indicates the average power consumption of the refrigerator per hour. The power consumption is related to the energy class of the refrigerator. This runs from A +++ to A +. An A + refrigerator seems economical, but consumes the most electricity. Refrigerators with an A +++ energy class consume the least electricity.
Fridge-freezer: saving A +++ vs. A +
With an energy-efficient A +++ fridge-freezer combination you save € 177, - on energy costs and the CO2 emissions of a car ride of 10,000 kilometers. An A +++ fridge-freezer combination is therefore better for your wallet and the environment.
Table model: saving A +++ vs. A +
Choosing an energy-efficient table model has two advantages. Due to the lower energy costs you save € 100 after 15 years and the CO2 emissions of a flight to Marrakesh.
Calculate energy costs
To calculate the energy costs in euros per year, you do the following. Read the average energy consumption in kilowatt hours (kWh) on the energy label. Multiply this number by € 0.23. This is the average energy price in the Netherlands. Then you get the following formula:
** € 0.23 x average energy consumption in kWh per year (see energy label) = energy costs per year **
