Action
Use the eco mode of your washing machine
Eco programs last longer but use less energy and water. This reduces CO₂ emissions and your energy bill.
Description
What we find interesting:
A wash on the eco program uses an average of 25% less energy than a regular cotton program at the same temperature. This is because the water is less hot and the program takes its time to clean properly. More energy-efficient, cheaper, and just as clean.
3 more reasons to use the eco mode:
3 more reasons to use the eco mode:
- Lower CO₂ emissions: Most of the energy used in washing goes to heating the water. Less heat = less emissions.
- Enjoy your appliances longer: The eco mode is less demanding on your machine than a hot or short program.
- Save money effortlessly: Simply choose the right program; you don't have to do anything else.
Steps
- 1Find the eco button on your device: Often recognizable by the word 'eco' or a leaf icon.
- 2Use the eco mode for normal laundry: It is suitable for almost everything, except heavily soiled loads.
- 3Run a full load of laundry: This way you get the most out of one load and your laundry will be cleaner.
