One of the easiest ways to move toward a more eco-friendly lifestyle is by changing the way you do laundry. And one of the first things I did was make the switch to biodegradable, petroleum-free laundry detergent, like Seventh Generation.
Here are some other low-impact laundry tactics:
- Washing clothes in cold water not only saves energy (in heating the water), it helps preserve the colors and fabrics over time
- Air drying clothes also saves tons of energy. Try one of these contraptions:
- Opting for CO2 cleaning instead of traditional dry cleaning is safer for you and the environment. Find CO2 cleaners in your area
- Handwashing with a non-toxic detergent is also a great alternative for your delicates like cashmere and wool
- The Laundress Wool & Cashmere Shampoo leaves sweaters soft and smelling nice without chemical residue
- Replacing an old washer and/or dryer also saves energy. Be sure to get one with an Energy Star rating
Check out this new washing machine from the UK that uses only 1 cup of water for a load of wash. Though it does require all these little plastic chips to do the cleaning (good for about 100 washes). What would you do with them when they need replacing? Got any ideas?
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