Premium Efficiency Cooling Program
Tools & Tips
Did you know that replacing a 12-year old central air conditioning system with a Premium Efficiency system rated at SEER 15 or higher will save you an estimated $130 per year in electricity costs?*
For comprehensive information on choosing a central air conditioning system, see "Central Air Conditioners" on the Flex Your Power website, or download "A Guide to Energy-Efficient Heating and Cooling" from energystar.gov.
[*Based on a 3.5 ton split-system unit in Climate Zone 10 (San Diego's Inland Valley), for a single-family residence built between 1978 and 1992. Average cost of electricity is estimated at $0.14/kilowatt-hour, and existing equipment estimated at 9.0 SEER. Source: 2004-05 Database for Energy Efficient Resources (DEER), version 2.01 October 26, 2005. Deer Run ID #RSFm1085RSA15. Actual results will vary.]