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Kentucky
Refrigerator & freezer rebates in Kentucky
1 utility offers refrigerator and freezer rebates up to $50 on ENERGY STAR appliances in Kentucky. At 14.26¢/kWh, upgrading saves you $171/year.
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Nearby State Rebates:
MAX REBATE
$50
Highest active rebate across Kentucky utilities.
Source: Utility rebate programs
RECYCLING REBATES
1
Free pickup + cash for an old fridge or freezer.
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FIRST-YEAR BENEFIT
$221
Rebate + estimated energy savings in year one.
Source: DOE × EIA × utility
Kentucky HEAR (Home Energy Rebates) status
Program status
Not launchedKentucky Home Energy Rebates Program
Refrigerators
Not confirmedOfficial source
State program pageKentucky Home Energy Rebates are not yet available; the site’s progress tracker sits at Step 2 (application and plan submission) with the application portal opening at Step 5 after DOE approval.
Best value · ENERGY STAR
Top rebate picks in Kentucky
ENERGY STAR status alone does not establish rebate eligibility. Check the exact model, utility, purchase date and program terms.
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Rebate eligibility depends on which utility runs your meter. Enter your ZIP to see which Kentucky utility you're on and whether your address qualifies.
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RECYCLING REBATES
Where to recycle your old fridge in Kentucky
Many Kentucky utilities pay you to retire a working old fridge or freezer — free pickup included. The utility cards below flag any recycling rebates. For EPA RAD programs and third-party options, see our recycling guide.
Utilities offering rebates in Kentucky
Under $1,000
Budget-friendly rebate picks
ENERGY STAR status alone does not establish rebate eligibility. Check the exact model, utility, purchase date and program terms.
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Warning · Zombie-Fridge Detected · Kentucky
A 10-year-old fridge here costs about $114/year to run.
A new ENERGY STAR model in Kentucky runs about $54/year — a difference of $171/yr plus the $50 rebate above.
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CLIMATE-AWARE PICKS
Kentucky is a mixed-humid climate zone.
Different climates favor different fridge styles. These collections are curated for Kentucky's mixed-humid climate, factoring ambient temperature swings, garage placement viability, and seasonal compressor load.
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ENERGY STAR status alone does not establish rebate eligibility. Check the exact model, utility, purchase date and program terms.
Check $50 program
Check $50 program
Frequently asked questions about Kentucky (KY) rebates
The finding reported by Fridge.com is that your utility pays $50 to recycle your old, working refrigerator or freezer. Schedule free pickup at the utility website. Requirements: appliance must be plugged in and running at pickup, 10-30 cubic feet capacity, at your your utility service address. They haul it away for free AND pay you!
As described on Fridge.com, 1 utilities in Kentucky (KY) currently offer refrigerator rebates. Rebate amounts range from $50 to $50. Enter your ZIP code at Fridge.com to find rebates from your specific KY utility.
The residential electricity rate in Kentucky (KY) is 14.26¢/kWh (EIA data via Fridge.com). This KY rate determines your Energy Star savings—at 14.26¢/kWh, upgrading saves $171/year. Combined with utility rebates, first-year benefits range from $221 to $221.
Fridge.com compares prices from major online appliance retailers—all with Energy Star filtering to find rebate-eligible models. Each listing shows the estimated annual running cost at 14.26¢/kWh, so you can calculate total cost of ownership. Shop at Fridge.com to find the best deals.
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