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Emerson 72" Carrera Grande ECO (DC EcoMotor) in Satin White

Emerson Carrera Grande Eco 72 Inch Ceiling Fan Model EM-CF788SW-B79SW in Satin White

Emerson 72" Carrera Grande ECO (DC EcoMotor) in Satin White

EM-CF788SW-B79SW

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Motor	CF788SW in Satin White $414.00 Select a Motor Emerson 72" Carrera Grande ECO (DC EcoMotor) in Satin White CF788SW in Satin White $414.00 Add This
Fan Blades	72" Blades B79SW Solid Wood in Satin White, Outdoor Damp $129.00 Add EXTRA Fan Blades Select a Fan Blades Emerson 72" Carrera Grande ECO (DC EcoMotor) in Satin White 54" Blades G54WS White Wash, Indoor Only $69.00 Add This 72" Blades B79WA Walnut Solid Wood, Outdoor Damp $129.00 Add This 72" Blades B79TK Teak Finish Solid Wood, Outdoor Damp $129.00 Add This 72" Blades B79SW Solid Wood in Satin White, Outdoor Damp $129.00 Add This 72" Blades B79DM Dark Mahogany Solid Wood, Outdoor Damp $129.00 Add This 72" Blades B79CH Chocolate Solid Wood, Outdoor Damp $129.00 Add This 60" Blades G60WA Wide Walnut, Indoor Only $74.00 Add This 60" Blades G60DM Wide Dark Mahogany, Indoor Only $74.00 Add This 60" Blades G60CH Wide Chocolate, Indoor Only $74.00 Add This 60" Blades B78WA Walnut Solid Wood, Outdoor Damp $119.00 Add This 60" Blades B78TK Teak Finish Solid Wood, Outdoor Damp $119.00 Add This 60" Blades B78SW Solid Wood in Satin White, Outdoor Damp $119.00 Add This 60" Blades G60SW Satin White, Indoor Only $74.00 Add This 60" Blades B91WA Hand Carved Walnut, Indoor Only $159.00 Add This 60" Blades B92VWA Hand Carved Vintage Walnut Rattan, Outdoor Damp $159.00 Add This 60" Blades B90VBL Hand Carved Vintage Black, Indoor Only $159.00 Add This 60" Blades B90DO Hand Carved Dark Oak, Indoor Only $159.00 Add This 60" Blades B78DM Dark Mahogany Solid Wood, Outdoor Damp $119.00 Add This 60" Blades B78CH Chocolate Solid Wood, Outdoor Damp $119.00 Add This 54" Blades B77WA Walnut Solid Wood, Outdoor Damp $104.00 Add This 54" Blades B101WA Walnut Finish Solid Wood, Outdoor Damp $129.00 Add This 54" Blades G54WA Walnut, Indoor Only $69.00 Add This 54" Blades B77TK Teak Finish Solid Wood, Outdoor Damp $104.00 Add This 54" Blades B77SW Solid Wood in Satin White, Outdoor Damp $104.00 Add This 54" Blades G54SW Satin White, Indoor Only $69.00 Add This 54" Blades G54RW River Wash, Indoor Only $69.00 Add This 54" Blades B102VWA Rattan Hand in Vintage Walnut, Outdoor Damp $129.00 Add This 54" Blades G54HO Honey Oak, Indoor Only $69.00 Add This 54" Blades G54HWA Heritage Walnut, Indoor Only $69.00 Add This 54" Blades B108HCW Hand Carved Walnut Finish, Outdoor Damp $157.00 Add This 54" Blades B107HCT Hand Carved Tapered, Outdoor Damp $129.00 Add This 54" Blades B100DO Dark Oak Finish Solid Wood, Outdoor Damp $129.00 Add This 54" Blades G54DM Dark Mahagony, Indoor Only $69.00 Add This 54" Blades B77CH Chocolate Solid Wood, Outdoor Damp $104.00 Add This
Light Fixture	Add a Light Fixture Select a Light Fixture Emerson 72" Carrera Grande ECO (DC EcoMotor) in Satin White LK81SW Light Kit in Satin White Uses: 3-9.5 Watt Medium Base A-19 Dimmable LED Bulbs (800 Lumens Each). 2400 Lumens Total (equal to 150 Watt Incandescent) 12.38" Wide x 4.5" High Rated for Wet Locations $84.00 Add This LK77SW Light Kit in Satin White Uses: 3-9.5 Watt Medium Base A-19 Dimmable LED Bulbs (800 Lumens Each). 2400 Lumens Total (equal to 150 Watt Incandescent) 12.38" Wide x 4.5" High Rated for Wet Locations $84.00 Add This LK65SW Light Kit in Satin White Uses: 2-60 Watt Candelabra (bulbs included) 10" Wide x 3.75" High Rated for Dry Locations $54.00 Add This LK53SW Light Kit in Satin White Uses: 3-60 Watt Candelabra Base Bulbs (bulbs included) 13" Wide x 4.5" High Rated for Damp Locations $99.00 Add This LK52 Light Kit in No specific finish Uses: 3-6.5 Watt Medium Base A-15 Dimmable LED Bulbs. 1800 Lumens (equal to 110 Watt Incandescent) 13" Wide x 5.25" High Rated for Dry Locations $55.00 Add This LK180SW Light Kit in Satin White Uses: 3-6.5 Watt Medium Base A-15 Dimmable LED Bulbs. 1800 Lumens (equal to 110 Watt Incandescent) 15.4" Wide x 3.3" High Rated for Dry Locations $94.00 Add This LK141SW Light Kit in Satin White Uses: 3-9.5 Watt Medium Base A-19 Dimmable LED Bulbs (800 Lumens Each). 2400 Lumens Total (equal to 150 Watt Incandescent) 12.5" Wide x 4.25" High Rated for Wet Locations $94.00 Add This LK500SW Light Kit in Satin White Uses: 3-9.5 Watt Medium Base A-19 Dimmable LED Bulbs (800 Lumens Each). 2400 Lumens Total (equal to 150 Watt Incandescent) 9" Wide x 7" High Rated for Dry Locations $99.00 Add This F440SW Light Kit in Satin White Uses: 4-9.5 Watt Medium Base A-19 Dimmable LED Bulbs. 3200 Lumens (equal to 200 Watt Incandescent) 8.75" Wide x 3" High Rated for Dry Locations $59.00 Add This
Glass Shade	Select Glass Shade (Optional) Select a Glass Shade Emerson 72" Carrera Grande ECO (DC EcoMotor) in Satin White Qty:
Downrod	Add EXTRA Downrod (4" downrod included) Select a Downrod Emerson 72" Carrera Grande ECO (DC EcoMotor) in Satin White 3" Downrod CFDR25SW in Satin White $14.00 Add This 12" Downrod CFDR1SW in Satin White $19.00 Add This 18" Downrod CFDR18SW in Satin White $24.00 Add This 24" Downrod CFDR2SW in Satin White $29.00 Add This 36" Downrod CFDR3SW in Satin White $34.00 Add This 48" Downrod CFDR4SW in Satin White $39.00 Add This 60" Downrod CFDR5SW in Satin White $54.00 Add This 70" Downrod CFDR70SW in Satin White $64.00 Add This
Controls	SR600 4 Speed Remote Control Transmitter Only (requires canopy receiver RC188, RC212 or RCK55) $49.00 Add EXTRA Controls Select a Controls Emerson 72" Carrera Grande ECO (DC EcoMotor) in Satin White SR600 4 Speed Remote Control Transmitter Only (requires canopy receiver RC188, RC212 or RCK55) $49.00 Add This
Accessories	Add EXTRA Accessories Select a Accessories Emerson 72" Carrera Grande ECO (DC EcoMotor) in Satin White CFDCSW Downrod Coupler Satin White $49.00 Add This

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Experts Choice: As a fan expert for Hansen Wholesale I am familiar with all of the ceiling fans on our site and have given this fan my highest recommendation for overall quality, design and performance. If you are looking for a fan that will last a lifetime and save you the most on your energy bills, you cannot go wrong with this fan!

Shown in Picture: Emerson Carrera Grande Eco 72 (DC EcoMotor) Ceiling Fan Model EM-CF788SW-B79SW in Satin White. The fan is pictured with B79SW Solid Wood in Satin White Blades. Blades are sold separately, so you can choose from various blade options to customize your Carrera Grande Eco 72 (DC EcoMotor) fan to better match your decor. You can order this fan without a light or choose from various light fixture options to change the look of the fan. The Carrera Grande Eco 72 (DC EcoMotor) is a Transitional Extra Large Fans style Ceiling Fan Designed for use indoors or outdoors in either damp or dry locations. This fan features a Super Efficient DC (EcoMotor TM) Motor with a 16 Degree Blade Pitch producing an AirFlow rating of 5 (where 5 is best). It is operated by a 6 Speed Wall Control. Other types of controls are also available. Energy Star Qualified for Greater Efficiency.

Application Photos:

Emerson Carrera Grande Eco CF788SW With B79SW 72" Blades Shown in Outdoor Covered Patio

Every Day is EARTH DAY with an Emerson Eco Fan

The Emerson Carrera Grand ECO incorporates a super efficient DC motor that uses up to 3 times LESS electricity than a typical ceiling fan, making it among the Greenest Ceiling Fans on the Planet. This amazing fan produces a significant breeze while using just 22 watts of electricity. This unprecedented breakthrough in ceiling fan technology far exceeds the standards set for ENERGY STAR Qualification by the Department of Energy (DOE). The Carrera Grand ECO is a customizable ceiling fan available with a variety of blade finishes in 54", 60" and 72" sizes. You can also choose from a variety of light fixture options or purchase the fan without lights depending on your needs. Eco fans are an excellent choice for those who want the best quality and performance as well as those who wish to conserve energy. Damp rated when used with B77, B78 or B79 series blades only.

Included Control: 6 Speed Wall Control Transmitter and Receiver w/LED Speed Indicators and One-touch Reverse. Independent downlight dimming up to 300 watt max. Independent uplight dimming up to 200 watt max (NOTE: Not all fans come with an uplight - check the fan specs for this feature). 1.0 Amp max fan load. Operates from up to 30 feet.

This is an ENERGY STAR Qualified Ceiling Fan

Ceiling fans that have earned the ENERGY STAR feature the latest in energy-efficiency technology including a more energy-efficient motor and improved blade design. Fans with built-in lighting include ENERGY STAR qualified bulbs that last up to 10 times longer and use 2/3 less energy than incandescent bulbs-saving energy, money, and time replacing light bulbs. See more ENERGY STAR Ceiling Fans Here!

Ceiling Fan Comparison Graph

Eco Friendly Ceiling Fan

6
3.57
7929
273
29

Quality
MPH
CFM
Efficiency
Watts

(Why is this different than the label on the box?)

Breeze rating Info Breeze rating is from 1 to 5 where 5 is the strongest breeze!

Wind Speed Factor Info The higher the Wind Speed Factor the cooler you will feel! 3.57 MPH

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Features

Features & Specifications

Motor Size	Super Efficient DC Motor (EcoMotor) Motor
Quality Rating	6 out of 5 (5 is best)
Blade Pitch	16 degree blade pitch
Blade Span	44" to 72" blade span
Blade Qty	5 blades
Blades Color	Blades Sold Separately finished blades (included)
RPMs	50 to 150 RPM
Speeds	6 Speed
Reverse Function	Yes
Indoor Rating	UL Listed for use indoors
Outdoor Rating	UL Listed for outdoor DAMP locations in covered areas only. Cannot be directly exposed to rain.
Includes Uplight	No
Includes Downlight	No
Can Lights be Added?	Yes
Accepts Universal Light Kits	Yes
Voltage	Uses 110 Volt electricity
ENERGY STAR Qualified
Style Group	Transitional
Approx. Weight	25 lb.
Warranty	Lifetime Limited Motor Warranty
Included Downrod(s)	Includes 4 1/2" Downrod
Flushmount Capability	Cannot Be Flush Mounted
Leadwire Length	80"

Dimensions

13"

14.5"

N/A

13.4" Wide

7.1"

44" to 72"

16°

Building codes require blades to be at least 7' from the floor.

Blade Span and CFM is determined by the blades you select.

Included Downrod Length(s): Includes 4 1/2" Downrod

Finishes

Finish Options

Other Finishes for this Ceiling Fan

72" Carrera Grande ECO

Other Closely Related Ceiling Fans:

Installation

Owners Manual (PDF download)

Spec Sheet (PDF download)

Where can this fan be installed?

Indoors
Dry Locations

Yes

Outdoor Damp Locations
(covered areas)

Yes

Outdoor Wet Locations
(exposed to rain)

UL Listed for Damp Applications: The Emerson 72" Carrera Grande ECO (DC EcoMotor) in Satin White is UL Listed for Outdoor Damp Locations, which means the fan is rated for indoor or outoor use in covered areas where there is excessive moisture, but not direct exposure to rain or sprinklers. It's great for fully covered patios and porches or screened enclosures. All outdoor ceiling fans can also be installed inside your house, so they are also great for bathrooms and laundry rooms or any other room inside your home. NOTE: Certain blade options may not be suitable for use in outdoor damp locations. Make sure the blades you choose are suitable for your location.

Downrods

Minimum Ceiling Height Requirement: Building codes require residential ceiling fans to be installed with the blades at least 7 feet from the floor. In order to meet this requirement, this fan requires a minimum ceiling height of at least 97". If your ceiling is lower than 97" then you may need to add a flushmount adapter or close to ceiling downrod if one is available for the fan (see below). Any light fixture you choose to add to this fan is allowed to be less than 7 feet from the floor, so just make sure you have enough headroom to walk under it if need be. If you cannot find what you need to make this fan work in your room, please give us a call 1-800-201-1193 so we can check to see if there are any further alternatives.

Note: This fan includes Includes 4 1/2" Downrod downrods(s)

How long of a downrod do I need?

The downrod included with the Emerson 72" Carrera Grande ECO (DC EcoMotor) in Satin White ceiling fan is 4.5", which puts the blades 13" from the ceiling. Here are the Minimum Ceiling Heights required for each downrod available for this fan. Each length will put the fan blades 7 feet from the floor, so if you want your fan blades higher than 7 feet, choose a shorter downrod to fit your needs.

Downrod Model	Length	Floor to Blades	Ceiling Height	Blades to Ceiling	Price	Add To Fan	Order Separately
Included	4.5 inch downrod	7 feet	8.08 feet	13 inches	--	Included	Included
CFDR25SW	2.5 inch downrod	7 feet	7.92 feet	11 inches	$14.00	Add to Fan
CFDR1SW	12 inch downrod	7 feet	8.71 feet	20.5 inches	$19.00	Add to Fan
CFDR18SW	18 inch downrod	7 feet	9.21 feet	26.5 inches	$24.00	Add to Fan
CFDR2SW	24 inch downrod	7 feet	9.71 feet	32.5 inches	$29.00	Add to Fan
CFDR3SW	36 inch downrod	7 feet	10.71 feet	44.5 inches	$34.00	Add to Fan
CFDR4SW	48 inch downrod	7 feet	11.71 feet	56.5 inches	$39.00	Add to Fan
CFDR5SW	60 inch downrod	7 feet	12.71 feet	68.5 inches	$54.00	Add to Fan
CFDR70SW	70 inch downrod	7 feet	13.54 feet	78.5 inches	$64.00	Add to Fan

How the above calculations are performed

To calculate the length of downrod that you need to get as close to 7 feet from the floor as possible (but not lower), first you must look at the dimensions of the fan to determine how far from the ceiling the blades will hang using the standard mounting hardware. In most cases, the hardware that a ceiling fan ships with is all you need for an 8 or 9 foot high ceiling...but be sure to double check the distance a fan hangs from the ceiling because some fans hang down more than 18" and will require at least a 9 or 10 foot ceiling.

Once you know how far the fan hangs with the standard mounting hardware you can calculate how far it will hang with a longer downrod by subtracting the length of the standard downrod from the length of a longer downrod. Add that length to the distance the fan normally hangs from the ceiling to determine how far down your fan will hang with any particular downrod length. If you do not know the length of the downrod that is included with you can figure that 4" is about average.

For assistance choosing a downrod please call us at: 1-800-201-1193

CFSCKSW

Emerson CFSCKSW Ceiling Fan Angled Ceiling Adapter in Satin White Angled Ceiling Kit - Required for ceilings angled more than 26 and up to 45 degrees. Not needed for ceilings angled 26 degrees or less (or flat). Ceilings angled more than 45 will require a box framed into the ceiling to flatten the surface where the fan is to be installed.

$59.00

Add to Fan

About Angled Ceilings

This fan will hange from flat ceilings and ceilings angled up to 26 degrees using the hardware that comes in the box. If your ceiling is over 26 degrees, you can by an Angled Ceiling Adapter that will allow you to install the fan on a ceiling angled up to 45.

Ceiling Angle Calculator

Rise =

Inches

Fraction

Pitch = 0°

How to measure Rise:

Rise is the vertical distance your ceiling rises for every horizontal foot. Rise per foot is called Pitch. A roof with a 4/12 pitch rises 4 inches vertically for every 12 inches horizontal.

Our calculator uses roof pitch to calculate the angle of your ceiling. Since we already know the horizontal measurement is 12", we only need you to enter in the vertical rise to make the calculation.

To measure the rise of your ceiling: Hold a 12" ruler ruler horizontally (using a level) with one corner touching the ceiling. Then take measure the vertical distance from the other end of the ruler to the ceiling. This is the rise. Select your dimensions in the form above to calculate the angle of your ceiling. Most ceiling fans (except for hugger fans) can hang on ceilings angled up to 30 degrees without the need for an angled ceiling adapter. 30 degrees is slightly less than a 7/12 pitch. Most angled ceiling adapters will allow your fan to hang up to 45 degress...which is a 12/12 pitch.

Performance

How does the Emerson 72" Carrera Grande ECO (DC EcoMotor) in Satin White Compare to the Average Ceiling Fan?

Note The Editor's Review is based on the latest product specifications and performance data we have in our database directly from the manufacturer. We take this information and convert it into laymans terms to give you an idea of what you can expect from the fan. Actual performance may vary depending on the circumstances of your application such as room size, ceiling height, blade selection and climate.

Quality Rating = 5.5 (average is 3)

Note: CFM and Wind Speed are calculated using standard shaped 72" blades. The size and shape of the blades will alter the performance dramatically. For example: Palm style and carved wood leaf shaped blades can reduce performance by as much as 50%!

Wind Speed Factor: 3.57 MPH (average is about 3)
A Wind Speed Factor of 3.57 MPH gives this fan a Breeze Rating of 4 out of 5. This is above average when it comes to ceiling fans, so you can expect to feel a decent amount of cooling breeze from the 72" Carrera Grande ECO (DC EcoMotor). Keep in mind that fans with a large blade span like this one may move lots of air when it comes to CFM (Cubic Feet per Minute), but the airflow is spread over a larger area, so the actual concentration of the airflow (wind speed) is usually less than that of normal size fans. For the best wind-chill effect in larger rooms you may want to consider two or more smaller fans (50" to 56") that have a significantly higher wind speed factor. However, if you can only install a single fan, a larger fan like this may be a reasonable compromise. Just don't expect to feel as much breeze as the abnormally high CFM rating leads you to believe. Aside from Quality, which accounts for smooth quiet operation and durability, the amount of wind-chill a fan can provide to cool you off is the most important consideration.

Airflow = 7929 CFM (average is about 5,000)
7929 CFM is a lot of airflow and is far above average, which is very good news if you want a ceiling fan that can really cool you off. Fans like this will allow you to raise your thermostat by up to 10 degrees, which can save you as much as 40% on your cooling bills. By doing so, it is possible that the Emerson 72" Carrera Grande ECO (DC EcoMotor) in Satin White may pay for itself during the first year of operation depending on the normal cost to run your air conditioning (if you have AC).

Efficiency Rating = 273 CFM/Watt (average is about 86)
An Efficiency Rating of 273 is in the "WOW" range of super efficient making the Emerson 72" Carrera Grande ECO (DC EcoMotor) in Satin White one of the most environmentally friendly ceiling fans ever made. Efficiency is defined by the EPA as the amount of airflow a fan produces (CFM) divided by the amount of electricity (Watts) it uses on high speed without any lights on. Efficiency is less important than Airflow because more CFMs allow you to raise your thermostat higher...which is where you will save the most energy. Efficiency becomes more important if you expect to operate several ceiling fans at the same time. (see calculator below)

Electrical Usage = 29 Watts (average is about 76)
29 Watts per hour is "Extremely Low", which is fantastic because the Emerson 72" Carrera Grande ECO (DC EcoMotor) in Satin White will cost almost nothing to operate compared to other ceiling fans. Use the calculator below to estimate just how much it will cost to operate this fan in "Your home".

Wind Speed Factor -vs- Efficiency: Wind Speed is KING! Ceiling fans can save you a lot on your energy bills if you use them properly to reduce your use of central air. Ceiling fans cool you off by creating a wind-chill effect, so the more wind speed a fan generates, the cooler it will make you feel. The cooler your ceiling fan can make you feel, the higher you can raise your AC thermostat to conserve energy without sacrificing your level of comfort. Raising your thermostat by 10 degrees can save you up to 40% on your cooling bills, but you cannot raise your thermostat by 10 degrees if you focus only on ceiling fans that use less energy rather than ones that generate higher wind speed. To put this in perspective: A typical central air system uses about 3500 Watts when it is running, so if a ceiling fan that uses 100 watts allows you to raise your thermostat a couple degrees higher than a more "efficient" fan that uses only 50 watts, the savings you will get by raising your AC thermostat a couple degrees higher is far more than the difference of 50 watts between the two fans. With that said, a ceiling fan that uses less watts yet produces higher wind speed is a win-win.

Ceiling Fan Comparison Graph

Eco Friendly Ceiling Fan

6
3.57
7929
273
29

Quality
MPH
CFM
Efficiency
Watts

(Why is this different than the label on the box?)

Breeze rating Info Breeze rating is from 1 to 5 where 5 is the strongest breeze!

Wind Speed Factor Info The higher the Wind Speed Factor the cooler you will feel! 3.57 MPH

Performance Data

Speed	RPMs	CFMs	Amps	Watts	EPA Efficiency (CFMs/Watt)
High	150	7929	0.27	29	273
Med	-	-	-	-	NA
Low	50	-	-	-	NA

"-" means that the data was not available at the time this information was published or the manufacturer simply does not test for the data that is missing.

Operational Cost Calculator

Fan Watts	Light Watts	Cost of Electricity/kWh	Hours/Day	Days/Year
		$	hours	days
w/Lights ON			$/hour	$/year

(Instructions/Details)

Basic Help: Our operational cost calculator estimates how much it will cost to operate the Emerson 72" Carrera Grande ECO (DC EcoMotor) in Satin White ceiling fan. By default, the calculator assumes that you will leave your fan running 24 hours a day for the entire year (which is not very likely to be accurate), so you will want to change the hours and days to be more in line with how often you think you will use the fan. The calculator also defaults to the average cost per kWh of electricity in the USA. You can change this to use the average cost of electricity in your state, although this may vary widely from city to city. For the most accurate calculation, manually enter the actual cost/kWh shown on your utility bill. The wattage of the fan is already included (if it is known), but you can change it if you wish to see how the wattage affects the cost.

Fans with lights: Calculations are performed without lights by default. If you add a light fixture to the fan, you can add the wattage of the fixture to the wattage of the fan to perform calculations with the lights on. In some cases, when a light fixture of known wattage is included with the fan, the option to calculate with or without lights will show automatically. The light fixture on a ceiling fan almost always uses substantially more electricity than the fan motor, so it is very important to take that into account when comparing the overall operational cost between various ceiling fans

CFM -vs- Efficiency: CFM is KING! It is more important to buy a fan with higher CFMs than it is to buy a fan that uses less electricity. The highest wattage consumed by the most energy guzzling ceiling fan on our website is about 120 watts. So if you input 120 as the fan watts and run our calculator, you will see that it still costs less than 2 cents per hour to operate the most energy guzzling ceiling fan in most states. You will get more savings with a higher CFM fan than a lower Wattage fan because if your fan moves more air you will be able to raise your thermostat to a higher degree. Raising your thermostat by 10 degrees can save you up to 40% on your cooling bills. Choosing a less powerful fan because it uses less electricity can be the worst mistake you can make because it will not cool you off enough to allow you to raise your thermostat to a high enough level without becoming uncomfortable. This is why CFM is so much more important to consider than Wattage.

When comparing fans of different sizes with varying CFMs, it is important to consider the wind speed in order to know which fans will make you feel cooler. Read more about Ceiling Fan Wind Speed here!

The average kWh by state used by our calculator is derived from information published by the US Government Department of Energy as of May 2009. Your actual cost may differ from this. Again, refer to your utility bill for your most recent kWh cost.