Tips for greener washing

Reduce the carbon footprint of your clothes:

  • Up to 80% of their environmental impact is caused in the washer and dryer. Use an energy and water efficient washing machine. Look for the EnergyStar symbol.
  • Use environmentally friendly detergents, preferably phosphate-free.
  • Skip the fabric softener.
  • Only wash full loads.
  • When possible, don’t use your dryer. Line dry instead. More work, yes, but it extends the life of your clothes, and the planet.
  • Organic clothes are biodegradable. If you have a garden, compost them. You’ll make your plants happy.

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