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.