What does the customer do to recycle a refrigerator?

Customers may schedule a refrigerator collection date by calling 1-866-899-5539 or visit www.bentonpud.org and click on the “See Ya Later Refrigerator” link.  JACO will call the customer two or three days ahead of the scheduled collection date to confirm the appointment.

How much is the incentive?

Benton PUD customers will receive a $40 incentive approximately 30 days from the collection date.

What qualifies for the program?

Refrigerator must be at least 14 cubic feet in size, empty and working at the time of pick up. Freezers do NOT qualify.  Refrigerators must be located at a Benton PUD customer’s home or business.

Why is Benton PUD offering this program?

A refrigerator that was manufactured before 1990 will consume about 1,500 kWh annually compared to a new energy efficient one that consumes about 442 kWh annually.  Old refrigerators waste energy and cost Benton PUD residential customers about $90 per year in electricity.

Does Benton PUD offer rebates on new refrigerators?

Benton PUD offers a $25 rebate for the purchase of qualified new ENERGY STAR® refrigerators as well as rebates on clothes washers, dishwashers and water heaters.  Click here for more details.