Gulf Power Offers Cash For Old Refrigerators Or Freezers

June 7, 2011

Gulf Power customers can claim a $35 reward and arrange for free pick up of an older refrigerator or freezer. The new recycling program is part of the utility’s new EarthCents energy-efficiency programs, which are designed to save customers money and energy.

After they are picked up, the older units are sent to a de-manufacturing plant where they are dismantled, returning approximately 95 percent of the materials to the manufacturing stream.

“Refrigerators and freezers made before 1990 use three times more electricity than newer models,” said Jeff Rogers, spokesperson for Gulf Power. “Getting rid of an inefficient refrigerator or freezer will put about $150 a year in savings in your pocket. This is a great way for our customers to save on their electricity bills while helping to protect the environment.”

Since 2001, federal standards require new refrigerators and freezers to consume less energy. Current models use about 450 kilowatt-hours (kWh) annually, compared to older units that use an average of 1,500 kWh per year.

To schedule the pickup of a refrigerator or freezer for recycling, Gulf Power’s electricity customers can call 1-855-559-2523 or visit www.gulfpower.com/earthcents. Customers will receive a check for $35 within four to six weeks after the collection of the appliance.

Both refrigerators and freezers are eligible for the recycling program. The program is limited to removal of two units per household. Appliances must be in working order with an inside measurement between 10 and 30 cubic feet.

Comments

5 Responses to “Gulf Power Offers Cash For Old Refrigerators Or Freezers”

  1. Kathy on June 8th, 2011 7:13 am

    I wish Gulf Power could just keep the power on.

  2. cantonment on June 7th, 2011 8:27 pm

    if u let the scrapper pick up ur old Fridges and Frezzers they are doing the same thing that Gulf Power is But the scrappers are puting food on their tables to feed their family, So let the Scrapper Get what u cant use or just dont need anymore. Other then Making Gulf Power more money!!!!!!! and the these new Fridge and Frezzers that save u money in power are not bulit to last a life time like the 1953’s

  3. 429SCJ on June 7th, 2011 3:20 pm

    The freezer works fine, it now exceeds my requirments. I would have to remove a cloths dryer and gun safe to get it out the utility room door., makes my head hurt to think about it. 1958 Frigidaire., might make a good ammo locker?

  4. Name (required) on June 7th, 2011 2:57 pm

    429….

    … all you have to do is post it in the ‘free’ section of Craig’s list and put it on the curb.

    The ’scrappers’ will come and grab it faster then you can believe. The bad part is, they will scrap it even if it is perfectly good… so if you want to give it away you have to list it with a price, and then give it to whoever shows up to buy it.

    Pretty much anything metal will be taken by the scrappers, you just have to be careful if you want to make sure that if it works and want it to go to someone who needs it (whatever it is) you don’t list it…

  5. 429SCJ on June 7th, 2011 12:51 pm

    Keep the $35.00, just come pick up my old freezer, it has seen every president from Eisenhower to Bush come and go.

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