GO green without giving up labour saving devices by choosing kitchen
and laundry equipment from eco-conscious manufacturers. When buying new
appliances find out how much energy each model uses and opt for the most
energy efficient one.
If you are replacing your cooker, you can save energy by switching
from electricity to gas, cutting your fuel bill by an average of around
#25 a year and reducing emissions of carbon dioxide on behalf of your
home by almost 5%.
All new fridges and freezers must be CFC-free by 1995 to comply with
new legislation. Some manufacturers have cut the content of ozone
depleting CFCs in their fridges and freezers by half, but AEG and
Electrolux have both now launched CFC-free models.
If you are replacing your fridge, don't just dump the old one, because
the CFCs will leak out. Contact the manufacturer or the local authority
to find out about reclamation schemes.
The new wave of washing machines use less water, less detergent and
less electricity, and you can reduce the amount of energy which your
tumble dryer consumes by switching to gas. They have a faster drying
cycle, and therefore use less energy.
You can be more eco-friendly without buying new appliances -- use cool
wash temperatures whenever possible and either make up full loads when
using the washing machine or use the half-load option if you have one.
Defrost your fridge regularly, don't leave the lights on in empty
rooms, and don't heat rooms more than necessary. Saving on energy
prevents the waste of natural resources, and leaves more cash in your
pocket.
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