The Fridges Of The Future Will Use Far Less Energy--And Way More Magnets



Every year your fridge alone uses as much power as the average African. Which is to say, it's a major contributor to your annual electricity bill, and a significant factor contributing to the U.S.'s energy demand.

The reason: Most American fridges are large, and all of them use old technology based around a compressor and a chemical refrigerant. Not much has changed since GE introduced the first electric fridge in 1927. The compressor pushes out heat into the kitchen to make it cooler inside for your food.

GE is working on something new, though. It's a machine based around magnetic refrigeration, which could be 20% to 30% more efficient than standard fridges.

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The Fridges Of The Future Will Use Far Less Energy--And Way More Magnets | Co.Exist | ideas + impact
The Fridges Of The Future Will Use Far Less Energy--And Way More Magnets | Co.Exist | ideas + impact