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Eco-Friendly Hot Tubbing

February 19, 2025

Hot tubs can be a great way to rest and relax outside during the winter, especially in Summit County’s colder climate. Like with all recreational activities, there are ways to make your home hot tub less environmentally impactful and less expensive. If you are thinking of purchasing a standalone hot tub for your home or have one in place already, these are some of the most important things you can do to reduce the environmental impact of your hot tub!

First, if purchasing a new hot tub, look for one with an Energy Star rating. Energy Star ratings denote appliances with high energy-efficiency levels. They can be a great way to reduce energy use and prolong the life of your appliance. Furthermore, look for a location in your backyard shielded from high levels of direct wind. This will aid your hot tub in heat insulation and require less overall heating.

If you already have a hot tub in your backyard, there are other things you can do to ensure it is as energy-efficient as possible. Off-peak hours are the times of day when energy from the grid is the least expensive. In Summit County, those times are typically 6 AM-10 AM and 5 PM-9 PM. Reduce the time your heating and cleaning cycles are running on your hot tub by changing them to off-peak hours. Scheduling your hours of hot tub use around off-peak hours means you can reduce the energy consumption of your hot tub and save money on the energy you use.

 Additionally, you can turn down or off your hot tub’s heating and pumping cycles if you are planning on being away from home for a few days. Don’t forget to drain your hot tub if there is a chance it might freeze. Lastly, purchasing a hot tub floating blanket or insulated cover can make a huge difference in how your hot tub insulates when it is not in use, look for ones on the used market to reduce consumption and save money!

By Mia Moore


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  • About
    ▼
    • Our Impact
    • Our Team
    • Job Opportunities
    • Financial Statements
  • Services
    ▼
    • Materials Accepted
    • Remote Glass Recycling Bins
    • Thrift Store
    • Rain Barrels
    • Moving Materials for Sale
    • Self Serve Paper Shredder
    • Recycling Bin Rentals
    • CSA Pick Up
    • Community Trash Cleanups
    • Composting
    • Curbside Recycling
    • Household Hazardous Waste
      ▼
      • Medicine Disposal
  • Education
    ▼
    • Elementary & Adult Education
    • Green Business Program
    • Latinx Outreach
    • Blog
  • Support
    ▼
    • Donate Now
    • Support Recycle Utah’s Plans for the Future
    • Sponsor a Bin
    • Volunteer
    • Shop and Donate
    • Donate Your Car
    • 2024 Supporters
  • Events