Appliances
Install High-efficiency Laundry Equipment
What Is It?
ENERGY STAR-labeled washing machines and dryers use less electricity and less water than conventional equipment without sacrificing performance. Because less water is used, about half as much detergent is required.
One of the newest developments involves adding an ozone system to your laundry. The ozone gas is injected directly into the wash wheel where it dissolves in cold water, which opens up fibers and releases stains. Opening the fibers makes linens easier to dry and results in a decrease in drying time.
Benefits
On average, ENERGY STAR-labeled washers reduce energy and water bills by using 50% less water and electricity, while ENERGY STAR dryers use 20% less energy. These savings translate into a significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions compared to the energy strain that would’ve been put on the grid. Some ENERGY STAR washers also perform better than standard washers and are gentler on clothing.
Financing Options, Incentives, and Rebates
- GE: Rebate Finder
- Federal Tax Credit: Energy Efficient Appliance Credit
- Mass Save: ENERGY STAR Dryer Rebate
NEWS
- “Time to Say Bye to Washers of Old?” Washington Post, December 2010
- “Broadway ‘Goes Green’ With Energy-Efficient Washers and Dryers From LG Electronics” PR Newswire, June 2010
- “Energy Costs Generating Light-Bulb Solutions” Washington Post, January 2009
Resources
- ENERGY STAR: Commercial Clothes Washers
- 2013 Emerging Technology Award: Advance Clothes Dryer
- Green Hotels Association: Why Should Hotels Be Green?
- PG&E: Energy Solutions for Ozonated Laundry Systems
A Sample of Providers
- ENERGY STAR: Commercial Laundry Distributor List
- Green Hotel Association: Approved Vendors
- Home Depot
- Sears
- Best Buy
