You think you save energy with every wash because your washing machine has a good energy efficiency rating? A new study reveals that many of us are still making a big mistake when doing the laundry. Find out more about the eco program on your washing machine here.
Eco program in the washing machine: what you need to know
You buy a washing machine with the best energy efficiency class A and think you are doing something good for your wallet and the environment with every wash cycle. However, a survey by the manufacturer Beko shows that 91 percent of respondents attach importance to a good energy efficiency class, but misunderstand a crucial fact.
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The energy efficiency class only predicts economical consumption for the Eco program. This means that only if you wash your laundry in the Eco program are you actually using the high energy efficiency of your washing machine. However, according to the study, only around 33 percent of respondents regularly choose this environmentally friendly program. Instead, colored, dark clothes/jeans and easy-care programs are much more popular.
Fears about the Eco program unfounded
One reason why many people avoid the Eco program could be the fear that their clothes will not be sufficiently clean. Here, too, the all-clear can be given: As a rule, the cleaning performance of the Eco program is equivalent to other programs, even though it may run for longer. This means you can save energy and still get fresh, clean clothes. So it really pays to rethink here!
However, for hygiene reasons, you should make sure to run the washing machine at higher temperatures – 60 degrees or more – once every few weeks to prevent mold, bacteria and deposits from breeding. Öko-Test also advises this.
Source: Utopia, press portal
