Latest And Greatest Green Kitchen Appliances
The technology advancement brought about a number of changes in our lives for instance the kitchen appliance made the housework a lot easier and comfortable. Since, technology mostly runs on electricity which runs on non-renewable energy resources: the nuclear power, fossil power and coal. Moreover, these resources cause pollution which in turn affects the atmosphere and the health of the people. Therefore the need for saving energy and reducing its consumption arose.
In response to the above efforts to save energy and protect the environment green appliances were developed. These appliances consume less energy like power, water etc. and are cost saving in the long run also. Besides they ensure a cleaner, safer and healthier environment. The best green appliances are “Energy Star” appliances as they meet the requirements as laid down by the U.S. Department of Energy and the EPA. Among the top green appliances are manufactured by Bosch, Thermador, Siemens, and Gaggenau
Bosch: Among their “Planet Saver” are their dryers namely “WTE84307GB” which are “B energy efficient”, very quiet, and have larger capacity. They are energy efficient as they have a sensor drying option which ensures that dried clothes are not dried again; automatic temperature adjustment and programs for different clothes thus ensuring the quality and freshness of the clothes plus anti-crease operation that reduces the need for ironing.
Thermador: Among their energy star appliances are the dishwashers which are NSF (National Sanitation Foundation) certified and ensure that the dishes are cleansed of dirt, food and bacteria. Besides they have sensors which adjust the wash times as per the food left on the dishes plus a stop leak protection feature wherein they stop functioning whenever a leak occurs thus saving power and water. They are quiet `and come in 4 (“DWHD44EM”), 6 (“DWHD64EP) or 9- (“DWHD94EP”) program models.
Siemens: Among their green appliances are the washing machines which are energy efficient” with varying degrees. Their models can be the “Freestanding” or the “Built–in” ones with varying capacities to accommodate more clothes. They have different wash cycles for all types of clothes, wherein you can wash different fabrics and maintain their quality like: “Mixed fabric quick wash”, “Hand wash for woolens”, “Textile guard, “15 minute quick wash” and their operation ensures wrinkle free clothes thus saving power on ironing too. Other features include water and temperature automatic adjustment plus leak protection, thus saving power and water. Models are “WI12S140GB” and “WM16S383GB”
Gaggenau: Among the green appliances are the cooling products (refrigerators, freezers and wine storage units) which are modular with striking, integrated and adjustable features that can easily fit seamlessly into any kitchen. Besides they have combinations available which can be fitted as per the individual choice. Their refrigerators ensure that the food retains its freshness, quality and value even after long storage periods. Their features which ensure effective even distributed cooling and freshness throughout the interiors are automatic temperature adjustment, separate compressors for the freezers and fridge, the “Multi-flow air system” feature and well designed body and doors. Their racks are adjustable for effective storage usage. Their models are available in 24-inch (“RC 462”) and 30-inch (“RC 472”) width.