Sustainable home: What to look for when buying appliances

The planet earth is our home. Appliances take irreplaceable roles in them, so choosing the right one is crucial. Even more so because they can be quite consuming and affect our monthly bills as well as cause a burden to the environment. To make your home more sustainable, there are some things to keep in mind when choosing the appliances.

1. Energy efficiency

All appliances need electricity. But not all of them consume the same amount. This is why it is important to check the energy labels and pick a model that will not make your bills go through the roof. At Gorenje we have created GreenTouch appliances that are very energy efficient and make a big difference. These washing machines and dryers can help you save up to 68 % of energy, dishwashers up to 50 %, refrigerators up to 65 % and cooking appliances up to 15 %. This makes them a great saving addition to your home.

2. Using less resources

Energy is not the only resource appliances use. It is therefore important to also pay attention to the amount of water the cleaning appliances need. GreenTouch washing machines consume up to 45 % less water, while dishwashers use up to 28 % less of it.

3. Lifespan

You will want to rely on the appliance that it will do a good job and keep on doing so for a long time and without failures. It is therefore important to look for a reliable and high-quality one. At Gorenje we take quality very seriously and create products that help you simplify your life for a long time. This is why all our major domestic appliances have a 5-year warranty for it or some of its parts.

4. Materials

The materials the appliance is made of result in the quality of the work it does as well as the lifespan. Look for high-quality materials that can be recycled and are recycled. GreenTouch appliances are made of recycled materials and are up to 95 % recyclable, making them a reliable and nature-friendly option.

5. Packaging

Appliances require packaging so that they can be safely delivered to your home. However, once you start unpacking them you quickly realize you end up with a lot of waste. This is why it is so important that the packaging can be reused. GreenTouch appliances come in packaging that is up to 100 % recyclable and have reduced printed manuals that are 67 % less bulky.

6. Don’t compromise on quality

With all said, choosing a sustainable appliance should not come at the cost of quality. Look for appliances that are not only energy-efficient, but also highly efficient at their job. Great example of that are Gorenje GreenTouch appliances that are reliable and boast with sustainable functions and long life-span, with exceptional test results that show they last at least up to 10 years. Since they are made in Europe they are reaching high European standards from R&D to production departments. They are great proof of our mission to simplify your life, and we are proud to keep on producing products that make everything easier – from chores to sustainable living.