Did you know that your refrigerator and freezer use more energy than any other appliance, consuming one-sixth of the energy in your home? If you’re interested in shaving a little something off of your electric bill, here are some tips for making sure your fridge and freezer are operating efficiently.

1. If you are using a conventional refrigerator sold in 2001, it is using 40 percent more energy than new refrigerators with an ENERGY STAR label. These energy efficient refrigerators also use at