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Eco chrome kettle

The Eco chrome kettle contains an internal reservoir which holds a full capacity of water ready for use, while the measuring button allows any quantity, from a single cup to a full capacity, to be released into the separate chamber for boiling. Thus, you are going to get exactly the right amount of water every time you boil, and no more waste. Not only its shiny chrome finish makes this kettle a rather nice looking appliance for water boiling, but it does good for environment. So good in fact, that the sleek chrome kettle has recently been awarded the prestigious Recommended mark by the Energy Saving Trust. This is the first award to be given in the EST newly established kettle category, and endorses the massive 31% average energy savings achieved by the Eco Kettle in independent trials. You can buy this chrome kettle for £40.

Posted March 10, 2010 10:12 AM

Eco friendly washing machine with SterilTub function

The new Gorenje WA60125 is robust Eco friendly washing machine designed for busy consumers who demand performance and capacity, yet want to stay as Eco friendly as possible while doing their everyday chores. Thanks to Gorenje innovative UseLogic technology, the new freestanding WA60125 washing machine operates with lower water and energy consumption, making it extremely environmentally friendly. Boasting an 'A+' energy class rating, this Eco washer consumes 10% less energy compared to an 'A' rated appliance and also benefits from greater savings in water so has the potential of reducing household utility bills. The large capacity drum takes 6kg of laundry and the ergonomically designed extra large 33cm porthole door makes it easier to load and empty the drum, even when washing large laundry items, such as duvets and blankets.

UseLogic technology uses intelligent sensors to continuously monitor the purity of the water in each cycle and automatically adjusts the level of water for the type of load, ensuring that clothes and fabrics are cleaned gently and efficiently. During the rinsing process, the sensors also monitor the amount of detergent used and automatically take care of additional rinsing where appropriate.

As well as the 15 standard washing programmes, this Eco friendly machine also features special programmes tailored to suit all kinds of needs. These include the Mix option, which is designed to wash a variety of different garments and colours at the same time, instead of traditionally separating. The Easy Ironing option adds more water and has a gentler spinning action to prevent clothes from bundling together and easing creasing and wrinkling, making them easier to iron - a bonus for those who hate ironing. The ECO 30°C wash option provides excellent washing results at a lower temperature, giving the opportunity to save energy and money once more. The 17 Minute Quick Wash option is very handy for less soiled laundry and perfect of those of us in a hurry.

This new Eco friendly washer features the special SterilTub function, a self-cleaning programme that can be run once a month to remove any residues of grease that may build up in the washing machine and may promote the growth of bacteria. The programme runs with an empty drum at a high temperature and cleans even the most remote areas of the tub, leaving it clean, fresh and odour free.

Even when spinning at the highest speed of 1200 RPM, this washer, by virtue of its superior drive and highly effective insulation, is so quiet that it will never drown the sound of a normal conversation, so no need to move out of the kitchen when friends are over for a coffee. Other benefits of the Gorenje WA60125 Eco friendly washing machine include,
- Detergent Saving System, which prevents to loss of detergent during water intake, saving up to 20% on detergent costs and effectively helps to protect the environment
- AquaStop multiple protection safety system, which is highly effective against any leakage
- 1.02 kWh electricity consumption and 45 litre water consumption in a standard programme
- higher water level for high levels of soiling or slow spin for delicate garments
- Super Silent operation even when spinning at the highest speed

Posted March 3, 2010 10:18 AM

Siemens innovative zeolitic drying system

An innovative zeolitic drying system from Siemens has won the Award for Climate Protection and the Environment in the category for product and service innovations in the field of climate protection. Equipped with this system, the Siemens speedMatic dishwasher is around 20% more efficient than appliances in the highest energy-efficiency category. Its minimal water consumption, 10 instead of 14 liters per cycle, also sets a new record. Engineers at BSH Bosch und Siemens Hausgeräte are the first to take this completely new technology to the mass-production stage as well. Although it is only featured in top-of-the-range models at present, there are already plans to introduce it successively in mid-range models.

Inside the dishwasher are special minerals that generate supplementary heat. This shortens the program at 50°C to just under two hours, which is around 30 minutes less than is needed by conventional dishwashers. As a result, the speedMatic is also the fastest dishwasher in the highest efficiency category. This supplementary heat is generated by zeolites - aluminosilicate minerals with a very large surface area and microporous structure. The dishwasher exploits the ability of such minerals to absorb up to 40% of their dry weight in water and, in the process, give off heat. By the same token, they release this water when heated.

During the drying cycle, warm, moist air is fed into a container under the dishwasher chamber, which contains 1.15 kilograms of small white zeolitic granules. These absorb the moisture and release hot, dry air, thus substantially shortening the drying cycle. In the next washing cycle, the granules are heated to remove the moisture, thereby regenerating them. The zeolithes stay in the dishwasher during its whole lifetime.

Thanks to its increased efficiency, the new dishwasher helps save energy and thus reduce CO2 emissions. If all dishwashers with an energy consumption of over 1.3 kWh per cycle were replaced by ultra-efficient appliances with zeolitic drying, the savings in Germany alone would amount to over 1.2 million metric tons of CO2 a year. That corresponds to the amount of C02 produced by approximately 600,000 passenger cars, each driving 15,000 kilometers a year.

Posted February 12, 2010 9:42 AM

Ekokook - green kitchen of the Future by Faltazi Lab

Ekokook is designed for people who want to reduce their ecological footprint to the bare minimum by producing green energy, reducing energy consumption and properly managing their waste. This green kitchen turns everyday waste into a new reusable source of energy, where each drop of water that fell on the roof or came from a tap should be used to the maximum instead of going straight down the drain, that every watt of wind and solar power produced by the house should be valorized on the spot.

Here is how Faltazi describes this endeavour: Ekokook is about implementing a comprehensive prospective research project for eco-friendly habitat in the real world, the Faltazi Lab. We are trying to answer the question of how to introduce ecological projects into the home. How to upgrade existing housing without Advocating complete reconstruction. The obvious responses are those that use non-structural elements of living space (doors, windows, equipments ...), which can be mass-produced industrially and are simple to install. We focus on the material interfaces between habitat and external resources. Each wall, each balcony, each window, each door, each shutter can serve as a support for an eco-system. Each facility in interaction with external networks (sink drain, garbage receptacle ...) can be upgraded to produce an immediate eco-benefit. All the air, water, wind and sun that reach habitat must be seen as scarce resources to be captured and used. Each drop of water must be collected and used to the Utmost before being evacuated to external networks. Slowly but surely, the accumulated effects of these eco-benefits will change our environmental footprint for the better.

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Ekokook grew out of an experimental approach based on the analysis of the nerve center of every home, the kitchen. The place where we store food and prepare food, and produce and evacuate wastes is a vital core area for exchanges and convergences. It is also a place that generates all sorts of pollution. Which makes it the ideal focus for a study in eco-design.

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Posted February 5, 2010 8:06 AM

Siemens vacuum cleaner offers green power

The new Siemens Z6.0 comes in two powerful and extremely efficient models, the Z6.0 Power and the Z6.0 Eco. Boasting the symbolic green power cord, these vacuums are setting the bar high in terms of environmental features and operating economy. Using lower wattage but delivering top performance, each energy saving vacuum offers a new dimension in floor care. Siemens Z6.0 cleaners combine the enhanced efficiency, offered by the Siemens compressor technology with a new aerodynamic system, designed to improve airflow within the cleaner. This results in up to 50% savings on electricity plus a significantly increased air throughput. And the new, green tagged air guidance system releases airflow blockages and prevents the air swirls that impair efficiency.

To match their advanced aerodynamic system, both models feature innovative and powerful motor fans that resemble an aircraft turbine. Due to their aerodynamically-shaped impellers that reach a top speed of 800 kph, these Siemens vacuum cleaners convey exceptionally high air volumes while minimizing energy consumption.

Main features and benefits of the VSZ62545GB Siemens Z6.0 Power vacuum cleaner are,
- lacquered red and silver finish
- 2,500 watt high performance motor
- HEPA filtration
- turbo floor brush, mini turbo tool, adjustable floor tool
- integrated crevice nozzle, upholstery nozzle and dusting brush
- 5 litre capacity dust bags
- self sealing hygiene bags
- 13 metre operating radius
- 9.5 metre cable length

Main features and benefits of the VSZ61245GB Siemens Z6.0 Eco vacuum cleaner are
- graphite and silver finish
- 1,200 watt motor with the same performance as similar 2,400 watt models
- energy efficient compressor
- HEPA filtration
- turbo floor brush
- integrated crevice nozzle, upholstery nozzle and dusting brush
- 5 litre capacity dust bags
- self sealing hygiene bags
- 13 metre operating radius
- 9.5 metre cable length
Visit Siemens for more information. Previously,
Siemens automatic vacuum cleaner
Siemens Dynapower vacuum

Posted December 14, 2009 11:05 AM

Water heater by Gorenje Tiki

This new water heater from Gorenje Tiki is actually a heat pump which saves money and contributes to a cleaner environment. Mounted on the water storage tank, the heat pump represents the most energy efficient and cost effective way of water heating, drawing the heat from the ambient air and using extra energy source to heat the water up to 55°C. The Gorenje pump is equipped with a system for thermal disinfection in order to prevent bacterial growth, by extra heating the system in even intervals up to 65°C. At the same time, the pump can be used for cooling smaller rooms. Compared to oil heating or gas heating, the investment in heat pump pays off in few short years.

The upright floor water heat pump comes in 200, 300, 400 and 500 liter sizes. Gorenje Tiki also makes a compact version with heat pump and water tank built in one unit. Additional one or two tubular heat exchangers are available for combination with other energy sources, like central heating system, solar energy, etc.

Main attributes include,
- high quality, enamel coated at 850°C steel sheet water tank
- Magnesium anode for additional anti-corrosion protection of the tank
- digital controller of heat pump
- water temperature adjustment
- water temperature display
- bacteria control program
- excellent heat insulation for lower heat loss
- coating colour of your choice
Gorenje Tiki. Previously, Energy Star rated hybrid water heater by GE.

Posted November 24, 2009 4:31 PM

Efficient dishwasher by Miele

The new and very efficient dishwasher, Miele G 1225 SC delivers high quality wash with low consumption by offering short and extremely efficient programs, consuming as little as 0.6 kWh and 10 liters with the Eco Consumption program, when connected directly to hot water. Its Turbo function saves up to 50 minutes depending on the program, without compromising washing and drying quality. Miele saves water and energy while giving full 14 place settings and ability to wash plates up to 31cm in diameter, thanks to the dishwasher very efficient space utilization with height adjustable upper basket, flexible lower basket, cutlery drawer and various storage baskets. Miele patented Perfect GlassCare checks water hardness and adjust washing parameters accordingly leaving no traces, spots or deposits, just clean glassware. Special sensors determine how dirty the dishes are, and adjust the jet pressure. Both lower and upper basket wash arms are independently controlled. SensorDry feature guarantees perfect drying results each and every time.

Washing programs are Automatic, Fragile, Intensive 75°C, 30 min Quick 40°C, Daily 50°C, Pots & Pans 75°C and Eco Consumption. Not only this dishwasher is efficient, but also is quiet with only 44 dB. Other features include 24-hour delay start, salt and rinse aid refill indicator lights, child safety, water inlet/drain indication, anti leak system. You can buy this 'AAA' rated efficient dishwasher from Miele for approximately € 800.

Previously,
Quietest dishwasher
Miele integrated dishwasher
Incognito dishwasher

Posted October 20, 2009 2:18 PM

Hybrid water heater by GE - first Energy Star Rated

While we normally do not write about something as mundane and often unattractive as a water heater, new GE hybrid water heater is certainly worth of noticing. This is the first ever water heater to be listed on U.S. Department of Energy website as Energy Star Rated. With its innovative approach, the hybrid water heater combines heat pump technology with traditional electric elements, pulling heat from surrounding air and transferring it to the tank. Such a process creates the same amount of hot water as a traditional water heater while reducing energy expenses up to 62% and having a rather dramatic impact on monthly utility bills and the environment. Your annual savings can reach $320.

Realizing that after air heating and cooling, home water heating is the largest in residential energy consumption, and while our homes have gotten generally more energy efficient, most Americans still have conventional water heaters that are barely more efficient than ones sold 20 years ago and the percentage of energy used to heat water has been growing, GE designed this hybrid water heater to take care of environment and your bank account.

The GE hybrid water heater features an easy-to-use electronic control system that offers both simplicity and flexibility, giving you all control you need. Set the thermostat and forget it or easily change the desired water temperature or operating mode to maximize energy efficiency.

The water heater is designed for easy installation because it uses the existing water and electrical connections and occupies a similar footprint as a traditional 50 gallon tank water heater, making it perfect for new construction or replacement upgrade. What is more, you may also qualify for a federal tax credit of 30% on the purchase and installation price of an Energy Star Rated qualified heat pump hybrid water heater. GE.

Posted October 7, 2009 12:27 PM

Eco dishwasher - Candy Futura Eco 10

Candy Futura Eco 10 is the eco dishwasher that belongs to the Candy line called Ecological Energy-Efficient Kitchen Appliances or 3EKA. This green line appliance uses as little as 10 liters of water. The Candy dishwasher is designed to make your life easier and give back the pleasure of cooking and having guests at home. It was designed because of ever present need to increase interior space for maximum freedom, simplicity and convenience in loading of dishes while keeping outside dimensions to the minimum. This Eco dishwasher offers 15 place settings thanks to its innovative adjustable system of baskets, the Form-Flex that takes optimal load at any time. The lower SelfFit basket is strongly waved allowing robust and powerful washing, and is capable of taking 25 kg of dirty dishes and due to the absence of internal grids, you can wash large pans, pots and salad bowls. New Candy hydraulic system was revamped to generate the best cleaning performance yet requires minimum of water. The Power Center, located on the wall of bath combined with the specially shaped wash arms and extremely efficient water heater, ensure that washing jets generate high pressure wash and are able to reach everywhere. Water flow equal to 56 liters per minute is filtered, circulated and sprayed on the dishes for an excellent performance. The top extra large basket of this Eco dishwasher has 10% higher capacity than your average basket and is height adjustable and easy to load. The new detergent dispenser is positioned in the center and is easy to fill with any detergent.

The Touch & Go control panel allows quick and simple program selection. Main features and programs of the 'A' rated Eco dishwasher from Candy include,
- memory function
- Smart Sensor system that picks the most suitable washing program depending on amount of dirt, then accommodates water and detergent consumption, temperature and cycle length as washing progresses
- One Hour Class 'A' perfect for washing 8 place settings
- Sanitizing that performs washing at 75°C with antibacterial action, eliminating 99.9% of bacteria
- Fast 32 which is useful for washing a small amount of dishes in just half an hour
- Eco-bio, a perfect wash with minimum consumption of all resources

Posted October 4, 2009 3:11 PM

Manual coffee maker - Presso Espresso

The Presso Espresso is a non electric, manual coffee maker, capable of producing the required pressure to make first grade cafe-style coffee right in your own kitchen or office. No more worrying for the eco conscious coffee lovers that they forgot to switch the espresso maker off and it is still sucking electricity. And certain non manual coffee maker models consume energy even after they were turned off. The Presso Espresso provides a piece of mind as it uses energy only when you boil a cup of water. Made from recyclable polished aluminium, the stylishly designed Presso espresso maker makes a bold decor statement, showing your good taste and the fact you care about environment.

This manual espresso maker is quite easy to operate. Just fill the steel filter with your favorite coffee and place it into Presso chrome holder then pour boiling water into the heat proof cylinder at the top. Now lift the lever arms, place your coffee cup into position and steadily lower the arms, trapping air and forcing the water through the coffee at high pressure. The result is excellent quality coffee in less than a minute. Go green with Presso Espresso manual coffee maker for £78.

Posted September 29, 2009 8:36 PM

Washing machine with SuperEco cold wash technology

The new AEG-Electrolux Super Eco L64580LE is super efficient washing machine that saves up to 83% energy, thanks to the SuperEco cold wash technology which allows effective cleaning without the need to heat the water. A Super Eco wash program dedicated to cottons and EasyCare fabrics not only maintains an AEG-Electrolux tradition of producing eco friendly domestic appliances, but is the world first ever washing machine to use cold water in a wash cycle along with cold active/activated washing powders and solutions such as Ariel Excel Gel. This revolutionary feature allows the AEG-Electrolux Super Eco to establish an energy efficient milestone by using only 0.1 kWh of energy consumption per wash against an average consumption of 1.24 kWh. This provides energy savings of 83% against an EasyCare 40°C wash and a 72% saving against an EasyCare 30°C wash. Furthermore, the AEG Super Eco uses only 41 litres of water in its Eco Wash setting, against an average of 50 litres.

The Super Eco technology is tailored to the requirements of cold active/activated washing powders and solutions. Through a special combination of enzymes, this washing solution offers great wash results even at very low temperatures. The Super Eco program enhances the wash process by using just the necessary amount of water to create the optimum amount of cleaning foam. This, in combination with a reverse drum action ensures great cleaning results.

Other features at a glance are
- only heats the water if the temperature is less than 6°C.
- takes only 64 minutes with 35 minutes in main wash cycle
- has 20 programs including Quick 20 minute wash, Silk, and Jeans program
- Delay Start, Sensitive wash, Stains and Time reduction options
- 7 kg capacity
- Extra rinse option
- 'A+' energy rated
The AEG-Electrolux Super Eco L64580LE washing machine will be available from November 2009 and is expected to sell at around of £520.

Posted September 16, 2009 11:11 AM

Zanussi washing machine gets green

The 7kg load Zanussi washing machine, ZWF16581 was awarded Greener BEST BUY status by Which? Magazine. The July 2009 issue said that the washer gets your clothes really clean by using Zanussi Jetsystem technology which saves the water and energy by adjusting both according to the amount of washing in each load. So no matter how big or small the wash load is, you don't waste water, energy and time with these 'A+AA' rated Zanussi washing machines. Key features include electronic controls, 30 cm diameter porthole and a unique, no spin Night Wash program with an extremely low noise level which is ideal for night time washing when electricity costs are at the lowest. Inverter motor system, 1,600 rpm maximum spin speed and LED display. Price for this Zanussi washing machine is around £370. Also available in graphite finish. Zanussi.

Posted July 1, 2009 11:42 AM

Tefal Quick Cup - hot water on demand

The innovative and energy saving water dispenser, Tefal Quick Cup Deluxe gives you hot or cold filtered water at a touch of a button. With a press of the red button, Quick Cup fills your mug within 3 seconds with filtered and hot water. Keep your finger pressed down on the button to get more. Press the button again to stop the water flow. This little green appliance only heats as much water as you need, saving up to 65% energy, compared to an ordinary kettle. Key features of Tefal Quick Cup Deluxe are 1.7 litre removable water tank, integrated filter, descaling indicator, removable drip tray, anti splash spout and anti-dust lid. Get your water at room temperature or at 95°C. Price is £80.

This Tefal Quick Cup delivers energy savings similar to those of Deluxe model and also supplies hot filtered water at 85°C in 3 seconds without preheating. 1.5 litre capacity tank, cool touch exterior, automatic mug size function, concealed filters, cartridge replacement indicator light, automatic switch off and non slip feet. Buy one for £60. Tefal. Previously, T-Fal toaster.

Posted June 1, 2009 11:05 PM

Wolfgang Puck oven

The Wolfgang Puck 23L digital convection oven with rotisserie allows you to experience delicious convection cooking and features Eco friendly, high efficiency technology, which enables the oven to preheat and cook at a very fast pace saving energy. Designed by Robert Radi with a true professional European flair, this powerful 1.5 kW Wolfgang Puck oven offers 450°F maximum temperature, 8 cooking functions including defrost, keep warm, standard bake, convection bake, slow cook, roast, broil and rotisserie, and even doubles as a dehydrating machine. The oven also comes with over 20 great recipes, letting you start cooking right away. Designed to satisfy any lifestyle, it cooks a 12" pizza in just 10 minutes as well as excellent meals for the entire family. The electronic controls and blue backlit liquid crystal display are highly intuitive and easy to operate. Additionally, it has a very small foot print as it was designed with a full understanding of countertop real estate.

Other Wolfgang Puck oven features and accessories are 3-hour timer with end-of-cooking indicator, interior light, child lock, Stay-On mode, smoked glass door, durable metal rails, non-skid feet, baking and pizza/dehydrating racks, broiling pan, crumb tray, rotisserie spit with forks and rotisserie removal tool. Price is around $150. Wolfgang Puck.

Posted May 13, 2009 3:24 PM

BreezeDry ambient drying cabinet

The BreezeDry cabinet is the only ambient air drying appliance that pulls air in from outside and circulates it through out your damp clothes. It can handle a full load of laundry yet uses absolutely no heat for drying.

Easily incorporated into your remodeling project or a newly built home, the BreezeDry blends easily with your walls and brings very low operating costs, smart design and flexible hanging.

This environmentally friendly alternative to a traditional dryer uses fresh outdoor air, gently drying an entire load within few hours and leaving your garments fresh with no fading or stains. Priced between $3,500 and $4,000. Made by Grimm Brothers Plastic Corp.

Posted April 23, 2009 10:08 AM

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