Real talk – every one of us can make choices to tackle climate change and take better care of the environment. Whether it’s by reducing energy consumption or opting for eco-conscious products, small changes can add up to make a big difference. As part of our ongoing commitment to sustainability, Samsung is helping you make those choices easier with innovative technology designed to minimize your environmental impact.
In this edition of our “Things to Know” series, we’re unveiling six essential tips to live more sustainably using Samsung technology—perfectly timed for Climate Week NYC. Let’s dive in:
1. Use SmartThings Energy to Monitor & Reduce Consumption
Ever wonder which appliance is using the most energy? SmartThings Energy in the SmartThings app will easily help you figure it out, so you can start trimming down your home’s carbon footprint (and your energy bill!). Plus, the app’s energy-saving tips and automated features make it an absolute breeze to take action and stay efficient—no guesswork required.
Specifically, our AI Energy Mode power-saving feature can help you reduce energy consumption through real-time monitoring and AI-based energy-saving adjustments. For example, SmartThings Energy can notify you if your refrigerator door is left open, saving both energy and money. And if you’re in New York or California, you can even earn rewards for energy efficiency with SmartThings Flex Connect.
2. Switch to ENERGY STAR Certified Appliances
Samsung offers more ENERGY STAR® appliances than ever before, with 50% of eligible products1 earning the certification as of late 2024. Curious how much you could save? Switching to ENERGY STAR appliances could knock up to $450 off your energy bills each year! And here’s a fun fact: if every household in the U.S. used ENERGY STAR certified electric cooktops, we could prevent nearly 1.75 billion pounds of greenhouse gas emissions annually. How’s that for a win-win?
In fact, Samsung is the first and only brand to earn SHEMS certification (Smart Home Energy Management Systems) by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ENERGY STAR program. If you’re looking to minimize your carbon footprint and maximize your savings, head to Samsung.com for deals on some of our latest eco-innovations.
3. Cook Smarter with Induction Technology
In case you missed it, the Inflation Reduction Act made history in 2022 as the biggest investment in climate and energy ever in the U.S., and Samsung is all in! Our Smart Induction Cooktop even snagged the title of the first in the industry to win the EPA Emerging Technology Award in 2021—because it’s not just about cooking; it’s about cutting energy use and lowering emissions, too.
Fast forward to today, Samsung is proud to offer 11 induction cooking products, all ENERGY STAR certified. Plus, rebates through the Inflation Reduction Act can make upgrading to energy-efficient cooking appliances more affordable if available in your state.
Not sure about induction cooking? Swing by Samsung 837 in the Meatpacking District on September 24 for a live demo by Chef Christian Petroni and a discussion moderated by Jaeki Cho with Chefs Esther Choi, Priyanka Naik and Eric Adjepong about the benefits of induction cooking. RSVP here.
4. Trade-In & Trade–Up for Sustainability
More circularity, less waste, and a serious glow-up? Yes, please! Samsung’s Certified Re-Newed program breathes new life into used smartphones for a more circular economy. Each device gets a brand-new battery, goes through a rigorous 147-point Quality Inspection to ensure like-new standards and is backed by a 1-year warranty. Plus, all parts are 100% genuine Samsung to keep things running smoothly. And for a limited time, get a minimum $300 trade-in credit on any good condition smartphone when you buy a qualifying Certified Re-Newed device.2
You can also trade in smartphones, wearables, tablets, buds, TVs, and even some non-Samsung devices and score exclusive promos on newer models. Now through October 13, trade in your TV and get up to $100 in instant rebates when you purchase a qualifying Samsung TV. We’ll also pick up your old TV and recycle it, for free!4 It’s the perfect way to ditch your old tech without adding to the waste pile, all while staying ahead of the curve with the latest gear!
5. Repair & Recycle Your Devices
Want to keep your gadgets going strong and lower your environmental impact at the same time? Samsung Care’s repair program is here to help! Instead of tossing out old devices because of a cracked screen, power issues, or a speaker problem, you can opt for convenient repairs that extend their lifespan. It’s like a tech makeover, and who doesn’t love a little rejuvenation?
We make responsibly recycling your old monitors, smartphones and home entertainment products simple. You can even include device cases, screen protectors and cords. Samsung offers more than 1,700 e-waste drop-off locations nationwide, so you have plenty of options. Fun fact: We collect an average of 100 million pounds of e-waste annually in the U.S. and have repurposed or recycled over 1.4 billion pounds since 2009. So, we take repair and recycling pretty seriously as part of our efforts to foster a circular economy. In fact, we’ve used more than 567,056 tons of recycled plastics in our products globally since 2009. This surpassed our commitment to use 500,000 tons of recycled plastics globally in our products by 2030.
6. Support Global Causes with the Samsung Global Goals App
We’re also mobilizing the Galaxy community to join the United Nations Development Programme’s (UNDP) universal call to action tied to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), also known as the Global Goals, via the Samsung Global Goals education and donation-based app. The app provides Galaxy users with easy, meaningful ways to learn about each of the 17 Global Goals via articles, podcasts and videos, as well as take part in small individual actions that contribute to making sure the Global Goals are met.
How can you help? You can support the Global Goals in two ways: by watching ads to raise funds or by donating your own money. Plus, there’s a feature that includes a donation leaderboard to motivate you to advance the Global Goals.
Join the climate conversation by engaging with Samsung’s Real Talk for a Better Planet initiative. Enter our Climate Week contest on TikTok beginning September 24 for the chance to win ENERGY STAR certified tech3 and visit Samsung.com to learn more about sustainable living with Samsung technology!
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