That Second Refrigerator or Freezer Costs

Second refrigerators and freezers are large energy users and can cost from $13-16 monthly. This program offers an incentive to members who dispose of an operational second refrigerator or freezer. Not only will the members receive a $50 rebate, but they will save $166-194 annually on their electric costs.

When should you replace and recycle?

Requirements:

• Refrigerator/freezer must be clean and in working condition.
• Refrigerator/freezer must be plugged in and cooling in order for an authorized South River EMC agent to verify during an on-site visit for measurement and verification reasons.
• The unit can be no smaller than10 cu. ft. or larger than 30 cu. ft.
• The person surrendering the refrigerator/freezer must be a member of South River EMC.
• No member will receive more than two refrigerator/freezer rebates.
• The member must be at least 18 years old and must sign all documentation.
• Member will ensure doors are removed from refrigerator or freezer before disposal.
• Member is responsible for delivering refrigerator/freezer to a qualified recycling site (see next three steps) or making arrangements for pick-up.
• Qualified recyclers will ensure the appliance will be recycled according to federal law and not re-sold or re-used.
• Qualified recyclers will ensure all refrigerant is recovered prior to dismantling or disposing and that all mercury, used oil and PCBs will be properly managed and stored.
• When possible the recycler we will recover the foam to avoid any significant ozone-depletion or greenhouse gas emissions from shredding and/or landfilling.

How to apply for a rebate:

• Member must complete a refrigerator/freezer turn-in rebate application and submit it to South River EMC before taking appliance to recycling site.
• Once the application is accepted, an authorized agent of South River EMC will make an appointment and visit the member’s facility.
• At the time of inspection, the member agrees to have the refrigerator/freezer plugged in and operating.
• Once the unit has been verified as operational, the unit will be prominently marked with an X and the cord will be removed.
• The member will be provided with a recycler verification form to take to an authorized recycling center.
• Once the appliance has been dropped off for recycling, the attendant will sign the agreement form and the member will return the form to South River EMC.
• Once the authorization form is received and processed, the member will receive a $50 rebate within 30 days.

Where to Recycle:
Each county link will take you to the Web site containing more information on those recycling sites.