With ARCA’s innovative technology and comprehensive network of environmental service contractors, we are able to prevent up to 95% of the recyclable materials in old refrigerators and freezers from entering the environment. The following information includes key factors to consider when beginning to plan for an appliance management program.
What Are the Types of Programs?
- Retailer Participation and Promotion
- Enlist retailers to give recycling program and rebate handouts to new-appliance customers
- Recycle old, working refrigerators, freezers and room ACs collected by retailers
- Turn-In Programs
- Remove appliances from homes, fulfill rebates and recycle units
- Early Retirement and Replacement Programs
- Replace old, inefficient appliances with ENERGY STAR® qualified models
Whether a utility's goal is to remove energy-inefficient refrigerators and freezers from operation, or to replace residential washing machines with the latest high-efficiency models, ARCA can tailor a program to meet any utility's specifications.
Utility Considerations
- Regulatory approval
- Management support
- Residential customer base (average 2% harvest)
- Service territory
- Budget
Appliance Considerations
- Types: Household refrigerators, freezers, room air conditioners
- Status: Operational and cooling
- Size: 10-27 cu. ft. (refrigerators and freezers)
- Quantity: Multiple units (average 1.2 units per pickup)
Incentive Considerations
- Motivation
- Increase participation levels
- Encourage customers to be at home for scheduled appointments
- Determining most cost-effective dollar value for incentive (typically $35 to $50)
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Program Timing Considerations
- Spring or early summer launch
- Seasonal or short-term programs for low volumes or poor winter driving conditions
- Seasonality: Expect lower customer participation from October through March, regardless of climate
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Contractor Selection Considerations
- Experience
- Infrastructure
- Financial backing
- History of regulatory compliance
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