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The Greening of “White Goods”:
Environmental Considerations When Specifying Appliances
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The Greening of “White Goods”
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Description:
Provides an overview of the importance of sustainability
when selecting appliances, as well as information on how to
evaluate, compare and specify energy efficient refrigerators,
dishwashers, clothes washers and dryers.
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Learning Objectives
Upon completing this course, you will have a better understanding of:
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The concept of sustainability and the four key components of sustainability
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The driving forces behind the development of energy efficient appliances
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The contribution of energy-efficient appliances to the goal of sustainable design
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The importance of selecting appliances that minimize impact to the environment
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How to evaluate, compare and specify energy efficient home appliances
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The Greening of “White Goods”
Energy Efficient Appliances
& Sustainable Design
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Energy Efficient Appliances & Sustainable Design
Introduction
• Never before has saving energy and preserving our nation's natural
resources been more important to design professionals and consumers
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Energy efficient refrigerators, dishwashers, and washing machines are
capable of delivering significant savings to consumers with minimal
impact to the environment
• By specifying energy efficient appliances, you are preserving natural
resources and helping your clients offset rising utility costs
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Why Specify Energy Efficient Appliances?
Consumer Preferences
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Recent studies have shown that energy
efficiency has replaced price as the top
consideration for consumers when
purchasing appliances (Primen, 2001).
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Other studies have shown that 89% of
new homebuyers are willing to spend
additional money on energy efficient
appliances (Cahners Residential Group).
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These findings should encourage interior
designers, architects, and homebuilders to
make sustainable choices when specifying
appliances for their clients.
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55% of new homebuyers indicated a
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Why Specify Energy Efficient Appliances?
Savings Potential
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Lighting and appliances account for 27%
of all residential energy consumption and
45% of energy costs (Residential Energy
Consumption Survey, DOE, 1997).
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Given that appliances account for such a
large proportion of energy and resource
consumption, the potential savings of
energy efficient appliances is huge.
In warm climates, appliances with less
heat output save additional energy by
lowering indoor air conditioning use.
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What is Sustainable Design?
Sustainability
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Sustainable design “meets the needs of
the present without compromising the
ability of future generations to meet their
own needs.”
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Every decision made during the design
process—from building materials to
appliances—has an impact on future
resources.
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As an architect, you have the opportunity
to make informed choices that positively
contribute to the sustainability of your
design.
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By specifying energy efficient appliances,
you are helping prevent global warming
and promoting cleaner air.
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What is Sustainable Design?
There are four key components of sustainable design:
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Energy Consumption: Includes the energy that a product requires to operate, as
well as the energy consumed to produce the product itself.
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Life Cycle Costs: How do the initial costs of a sustainable product compare to the
energy or environmental savings that are realized over the lifetime of the
product?
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Recycled Content: Refers to amount of recycled material used to produce the
product, as well as its potential for being recycled.
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Quality of Life: Does the sustainable product enhance quality of life over and
above its energy or environmental benefits?
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Energy Consumption
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Energy Consumption
Introduction
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The energy consumption of a product includes both the energy that a
product consumes and the energy consumed to manufacture it.
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Estimates of energy consumption must take into account all the raw
materials and energy used to create the product, less the energy savings
gained through the use of recycled materials and advances in energy
efficient appliance technology.
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The ENERGY STAR® program was introduced as a means to identify and
promote energy efficient products, including appliances, to consumers.
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Household Energy Consumption
The typical household spends $1,400 annually on energy bills.
In this pie graph, “Other” consists of several household products, including stoves, ovens, microwaves, and
small appliances. Individually, each accounts for about 2% of a household’s energy bills (ENERGY STAR®, 2004).
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Appliance Energy Consumption
Taken together, major appliances consume over 4000 kWh of
energy per year and cost over $300 annually to operate.
Cost/year
0
$42
$83
$125
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500
1000
1500
Dishwasher approx 600 kWh/yr or $50/yr
Freezer approx 700 kWh/yr or $60/yr
Electric cooking approx 800 kWh/yr or $55/yr
Refrigerator approx 1200 kWh/yr or $90/yr
Washing machine approx 900 kWh/yr or $70/yr
kWh/year
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ENERGY STAR® Program
Program Overview
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In 1992, the EPA introduced ENERGY STAR® as a
voluntary labeling program designed to identify
and promote energy efficient products.
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Computers and monitors were the first labeled
products, followed by additional office products
and residential heating and cooling equipment.
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In 1996, the EPA partnered with the Department
of Energy (DOE) in order to promote the ENERGY
STAR® label on major appliances, lighting
equipment, home electronics, and more.
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The ENERGY STAR® program
consists of 8,000 private and
public sector organizations, and
guides energy efficiency in more
than 40 product categories.
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ENERGY STAR® Program
Consumer Recognition
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A recent nation wide survey sponsored by
the Consortium for Energy Efficiency (CEE)
has shown that public awareness of the
ENERGY STAR® program has jumped to
56% of U.S. households—a 15% increase
over prior years.
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Of those surveyed, one in five households
purchased an ENERGY STAR® product in
the past year. Over 50% reported being
favorably influenced by the product, and
more then 60% reported that they are
likely to recommend ENERGY STAR®
qualified products to their friends.
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In markets where local utilities promote
ENERGY STAR® , public awareness is even
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ENERGY STAR® Program
Dishwashers
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ENERGY STAR® rated dishwashers use less
hot water than conventional models, and
have washing systems that allow users to
eliminate pre-rinsing and heat-drying.
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Qualified dishwashers use 25% less energy
than required by the federal minimum
standards for energy consumption.
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Replacing a dishwasher manufactured
before 1994 with an energy efficient model
can save over $25 per year in energy costs.
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Some manufacturers offer appliances that
not only meet, but exceed the standards
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ENERGY STAR® Program
Refrigerators
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ENERGY STAR® rated refrigerators use high
efficiency compressors, improved insulation,
and more precise temperature and defrost
mechanisms to improve energy efficiency.
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Qualified models use at least 15% less energy
than required by current federal standards,
and approximately 40% less energy than
conventional models sold in 2001.
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Energy efficient refrigerators are available
with top, bottom, or side-by-side freezers,
and features like automatic ice-makers and
through-the-door ice dispensers.
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ENERGY STAR® refrigerators provide
energy savings without sacrificing the
features that consumers desire.
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ENERGY STAR® Program
Clothes Washers
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ENERGY STAR® rated clothes washers extract
more water from clothes during the spin cycle,
which reduces drying time and wear and tear
on clothing.
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Through superior design and system features,
qualified top loading and front loading models
use 50% less energy than conventional washers.
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Energy efficient washers use 18 to 25 gallons of
water per load—30% to 50% less water than the
40 gallons per load used by standard washers.
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Compared to models manufactured
before 1994, ENERGY STAR® washers
can reduce annual utility bills by $110.
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Appliance Energy Savings
Cost/year
0
$42
Conventional Dishwasher
approx 600 kWh/yr or $50/yr
ENERGY STAR® Dishwasher
approx 450 kWh/yr or $37.50/yr
$83
$125
25% Savings
Conventional Refrigerator
approx 1200 kWh/yr or $90/yr
ENERGY STAR® Refrigerator
approx 1020 kWh/yr or $76.50/yr
15% Savings
Conventional Clothes Washer
approx 900 kWh/yr or $70/yr
ENERGY STAR® Clothes Washer
approx 450 kWh/yr or $35/yr
50% Savings
kWh/year
0
500
1000
1500
Source: Dept of Energy and ENERGY STAR®. Savings estimates based on minimum federal government standards.
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EnergyGuide Labels
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Federal law requires an EnergyGuide label
to be placed on a variety of home appliances,
including refrigerators, freezers, dishwashers,
and clothes washers.
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The EnergyGuide label provides two pieces of
information that can be used to compare
different brands and models of appliances:
estimated energy consumption and estimated
yearly operating costs based on the national
average cost of electricity.
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The comparison scale shows the amount of
energy used by comparable models, ranging
from least to most, with the labeled model
represented by an arrow pointing to its
relative position on the scale.
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EnergyGuide labels allow consumers
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appliance will cost to operate in
comparison with other similar models.
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Life Cycle Costs
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Life Cycle Costs
Introduction
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The purchase price is only a small part of the life cycle cost of any
appliance—the energy and water required to operate and maintain the
appliance over its lifespan can significantly outweigh the initial cost.
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Although energy efficient appliances often have higher initial costs,
it is important to compare these additional costs with the potential
long-term savings of using a more sustainable product.
• Compared to conventional appliances, energy efficient models provide
additional cost savings throughout their lifespan, which ranges from 10
years for dishwashers to 16 years for refrigerators and clothes washers.
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Appliance Lifespan
Major home appliances typically last from 10 to 16 years.
Years
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5
10
15
20
Dishwashers 7 - 10 years
Refrigerators 10 - 16 years
Washers
9 - 15 years
Dryers
11 - 15 years
Freezers
7 - 15 years
Ranges
12 - 16 years
Source: Appliance Magazine
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Life Cycle Formula
A simple life cycle formula compares the cost of upgrading to an energy
efficient appliance with the potential energy savings over the lifespan of
the appliance:
Upgrade Cost of
Energy Efficient
Appliance
≤
Energy Savings
over Lifespan of
Appliance
A better formula also takes into account the value of the energy savings in
terms of sustainability and potential environmental benefits:
Upgrade Cost of
Energy Efficient
Appliance
≤
Energy Savings
over Lifespan of
Appliance
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Life Cycle Cost Comparison
ENERGY STAR®
Dishwashers
ENERGY STAR®
Refrigerators
ENERGY STAR®
Clothes Washers
$500
10 years
$1,100
13 years
$750
12 years
Energy Consumption (kWh)
Water Consumption (Gallons)
336
1,075
570
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254
7,405
Estimated Savings Over Lifespan
$125
$175
$420
Energy Savings (kWh)
Water Savings (Gallons)
1,030
8,600
1,300
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4,332
84,756
4.1 years
3.5 years
5.0 years
Average Initial Cost
Estimated Lifespan of Appliance
Time to Recoup Cost of Energy Upgrade
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Source: ENERGY STAR 2004. Savings over conventional appliances, based on national averages.
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Recycled Content
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Recycled Content
Introduction
• The average family owns half a dozen appliances and manufacturers
ship nearly 54 million appliances annually—more than 147,000 every
day (Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers, 1995).
• When the useful life of an appliance is over, its materials can be
recycled. For instance, most appliances contain a significant amount
of steel, which can be recovered and recycled to produce more steel.
• While steel is the most abundant recyclable component in appliances,
major home appliances also contain other recyclable materials, such as
aluminum, copper, plastics, and CFC refrigerants.
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Recycled Content
Steel
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By weight, major appliances consist of
approximately 65% steel. The steel used
in appliances, consists of a minimum of
25% recycled steel (Steel Recycling
Institute).
Average Steel Content
of Major Home Appliances
As of 2001, the appliance recycling rate
was 85.0%, which exceeds the overall
steel recycling rate of 67.8% (Steel
Recycling Institute).
Using recycled steel preserves natural
resources by reducing air and water
pollution, saving energy and water,
and reducing mining wastes.
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Refrigerators
123 lbs
Clothes Washers
097 lbs
Clothes Dryers
100 lbs
Dishwashers
033 lbs
Ranges (Gas)
155 lbs
Ranges (Electric)
084 lbs
Source: Data based on ARIC tear-down
study of new appliances in 1997.
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Recycled Content
Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)
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Refrigerators and freezers made prior to
1994 used a chemical called CFC-12 (or R12) in their cooling systems. CFC-12 is also
known under the brand name Freon.
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Because CFCs are believed to harm the
earth's ozone layer, EPA regulations
require that all CFC's be recovered from
refrigeration equipment before it is
disposed of or recycled.
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Although their manufacture has been
banned, CFCs can still legally be used to
maintain and repair existing refrigerators,
freezers, and automobile air conditioners.
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Prices for recovered CFCs rose from an
average of $1/lb in 1992 to $25-$30/lb
in 1998 (Air Conditioning, Heating and
Refrigeration News, 1994).
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Appliance Recycling Process
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Collection: At the end of their life, major appliances are picked up by municipal
waste collection services or taken by homeowners directly to a solid waste
facility or scrap processor for recycling.
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Processing: Appliance processing involves removing components, such as motors,
compressors, tubing, wiring, oils and refrigerant chemicals. Any CFCs, PCBs or
mercury are carefully removed in accordance with state requirements.
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Shredding: Following the removal of CFCs and other components, appliances are
run through a shredder. Typical shredder output is about 80% ferrous metal
(iron and steel) with smaller proportions of nonferrous metals (which can also be
recycled) and non-metallic "fluff“, which is mostly plastics.
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Sale: Metal shredding facilities typically sell recovered scrap metal to steel
"minimills“, which differ from conventional steel mills in that they use 100%
scrap metal and require significantly less energy to produce steel. Due to
increased demand, scrap metal prices have recently skyrocketed to $300/ton.
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Quality of Life
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Quality of Life
Introduction
• When selecting major appliances, it is important to look beyond just
energy efficiency and life cycle considerations and consider quality of
life issues, such as productivity, time and comfort.
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Today, manufacturers are not only offering a range of energy efficient
innovative products, but also architectural solutions to enhance quality
of life and personal productivity.
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One such solution is the “family studio”, a redefining of the laundry
room by combining energy efficient fabric-care appliances with space
for other activities, such as arts and crafts, gardening, or exercise.
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Quality of Life
Points to Consider
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Productivity: Does this product help your client increase their productivity? Does
it address the temporal and physical limitations that are becoming more and
more important to consumers who want to do more with less?
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Time: Does this product help your client recapture more time to do other things
they enjoy, such as family time or individual pursuits?
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Comfort: Does this product increase the comfort of the living environment? For
example, does it improve air quality by reducing pollutants and optimizing levels
of humidity and temperature? Noise reduction is another area where better
mechanical engineering and sound insulation translates into quieter appliances
and greater enjoyment in the home.
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Product Innovations
Washers and Dryers
Some new models have matched
synchronized cycle times so there is no time
wasted between washing and drying.
Dishwashers
Quieter models allow homeowners to
multitask with minimal noise pollution.
Clothes Vitalizing Systems
A fairly new product category, vitalizing
systems smooth wrinkles and help remove
odors from clothing, thereby reducing dry
cleaning costs and allowing clothes to last
longer.
Clothes vitalizing systems save valuable
time and energy, and also reduce wear
and tear on clothing.
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Quality of Life
Family Studio
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A new concept in home design, the
family studio redefines the laundry
room. It combines innovative, highperformance fabric care products
with a multi-functional space—
making room, and time, for living.
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The family studio can be designed to
meet your client’s needs: homework,
arts and crafts, gift-wrapping, games,
gardening, home office functions
and countless other activities can all
be accommodated.
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Quality of Life
Family Studio
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In addition to an energy efficient
washer and dryer, the family studio
might include a specially designed
micro-jet sink for delicate hand
washing, or a built-in ironing station
that can be hidden when not in use.
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A drying cabinet might be a useful
addition for reducing air drying time of
bulky items like sweaters, boots or even
odd-shaped items such as toys, pillows,
and camping equipment.
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Specifying Appliances
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Specifying Appliances
Introduction
• As you evaluate and compare appliances, there are several points to
consider with regard to sustainability, such as water and energy
consumption, and use of recycled content.
• When specifying major appliances, it is important to look for the
EnergyGuide label for information regarding energy consumption and
operating costs. Whenever possible, specify an ENERGY STAR® model.
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In addition to being ENERGY STAR® compliant, many appliances have
additional features that improve their efficiency, such as pressure
sensors in dishwashers and moisture sensors in clothes washers.
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Specifying Appliances
“Green Design” Considerations
As you begin to evaluate and compare appliances in terms of energy efficiency and
sustainability, there are a number of “green design” considerations to keep in mind:
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Resource Usage: How much energy and/or water does this appliance require to operate?
Does it meet or exceed ENERGY STAR® minimum standards?
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Recycled Content: Is recycled material used to manufacture this appliance? What is the
potential for post-use recycling of this product?
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Longevity: Is this appliance designed to last? How long will this product remain useful?
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Quality of Life: Does this product contribute to and enhance my client’s quality of life?
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Return on Investment: What is the overall return on investment, both in monetary and
environmental terms, of selecting this appliance?
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Specifying Appliances
Refrigerators
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Select a model of the appropriate size for
your client’s needs. Larger models use
more energy, as do those that are
underutilized or too full.
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A refrigerator with the freezer on top
uses approximately 10% to 25% less
energy than a side-by-side model.
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Look for models with only those features
that your client requires. Automatic ice
makers and through-the-door dispensers
increase energy use by 14% to 20%.
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Refrigerators use the most energy of all
kitchen appliances and, together with
freezers, consume nearly 1/6 of all the
electricity used in American households.
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Specifying Appliances
Dishwashers
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Look for dishwashers with pressure
sensors that detect the amount of food
particles in the water and only disperse
the additional hot water necessary to
effectively clean the dishes.
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Dishwashers with dual motors can save
time, energy and water. One motor drains
the water, while the other fills the water.
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Select a model with an air-dry or
overnight-dry feature. Heat drying dries
dishes quickly, but at the expense of
increased energy use.
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Dishwashers are more efficient than hand
washing. New models use an average of
5.8 gallons of water per load as compared
to 6.8 gallons for hand washing.
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Clothes Washers
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Refer to the EnergyGuide label for energy
consumption and operating costs. Be sure
to specify an ENERGY STAR® rated model.
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The most energy-efficient washers are
horizontal axis, or front-loading. Some
models reduce energy and water
consumption by as much as 2/3 ‘s over
conventional models.
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Front-loading models are gentler on
clothes because they do not have
agitators, and they spin clothes faster,
resulting in shorter drying times.
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Approximately 90% of the energy used to
operate a washer goes toward heating
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Specifying Appliances
Clothes Dryers
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If possible, specify a gas dryer. Compared
to electric dryers, which cost 30 to 40
cents per load, gas dryers generally cost
only 15 to 20 cents per load.
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Look for energy-saving features like
automatic moisture sensors, which
measure the amount of moisture in
clothes and automatically shut off the
dryer when clothes are dry.
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Moisture sensors located in the drum of
the dryer are more accurate in sensing
required drying time than temperature
sensors located near the exhaust.
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Moisture sensors located in the drum of
the dryer result in more accurate drying
times and help prevent over-drying of
clothes and wasted energy.
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Specifying Appliances
Performance & Aesthetics
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Higher efficiency need not come at the
expense of performance—many energy
efficient appliances perform better than
conventional models.
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In terms of aesthetics, energy efficient
appliances are available in a range of
finishes, including stainless steel and new
low-maintenance metallic look finishes.
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Dishwashers and refrigerators can be
fronted in wood panels that coordinate
with kitchen cabinets, allowing for a
clean and seamless aesthetic.
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Ovens can be installed separately from
stove tops, allowing for more efficient
and creative kitchen designs.
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Case Studies
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Case Studies
The Richards Family
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Meet Jason and Shelly Richards, and their
three young sons. As a growing family,
the Richards are looking for a residential
design that will meet their needs while
remaining sensitive to the environment.
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As a one-income family, the Richards need
efficient appliances that save them time
and money, and give them the freedom
to do the things they enjoy—cooking,
entertaining, and golfing.
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As an architect, what types of appliances
would you recommend for this family?
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Many families are looking for appliances
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Architect’s Recommendations
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ENERGY STAR® Dishwasher: Because entertaining is important to this family, the
architect specified a model that is efficient and quiet—not only does it use less
water and energy than conventional models, but it’s also quieter, which allows
the family to engage in simultaneous activities in the kitchen and nearby rooms.
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ENERGY STAR® Refrigerator: As a cook and home enthusiast, it was important
for Shelly to have a refrigerator with a large capacity. In order to keep energy
costs to a minimum, the architect specified a refrigerator that uses highefficiency compressors and improved insulation to increase energy efficiency by
40% over conventional models.
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ENERGY STAR® Washer: With three young children, this family needed a washer
capable of handling many loads of laundry. To accommodate this, the architect
specified a large-capacity model that saves water by using sensors to detect the
amount of dirt and load size, and adjust the water level accordingly.
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The Williams Family
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Meet Derek and Sarah Williams. As an
active, professional couple, the Williams
are looking for an addition to their
historic home that will give them extra
space for household activities.
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Because they enjoy running, hiking, and
spending time outdoors, the Williams
need appliances that make chores, like
laundry, less time consuming and more
efficient.
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As an architect, what types of appliances
would you recommend for this couple?
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Architect’s Recommendations
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ENERGY STAR® Front-Loading Washer: Because this couple is always on the go,
the architect specified an energy efficient front-loading washer designed to
handle large loads while consuming less water. This type of model is also more
gentle than conventional washers, saving wear and tear on delicate clothing.
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Clothes Drying Cabinet: As an active couple, who like to spend time outdoors, it
was important for Derek and Sarah to have a place to dry outerwear, running
shoes, and camping equipment. As a result, the architect specified a clothes
drying cabinet—a perfect solution for reducing air drying time of odd-shaped or
bulky items while keeping them out of sight.
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Clothes Vitalizing System: As professionals, Derek and Sarah spend a lot of time
and money on dry cleaning. In order to provide them with the convenience of
having fresh, clean, wrinkle-free clothing within their own home, the architect
specified a clothes vitalizing system.
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Sustainability Concepts
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Sustainable design “meets the needs of
the present without compromising the
ability of future generations to meet their
own needs.”
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The four key components of sustainable
design are energy consumption, life cycle
costs, recycled content, and quality of life.
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As an architect, you have the opportunity
to contribute to sustainable design by
considering these environmental criteria
and specifying energy efficient appliances.
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If just 1 in 10 households switched to
ENERGY STAR® appliances, the energy
savings would be equivalent to planting
1.7 million acres of new trees.
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Specifying Appliances
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As you evaluate and compare appliances,
remember to consider factors such as how
much energy and/or water they consume,
and how they impact quality of life.
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When selecting appliances, always look
for the EnergyGuide label and, whenever
possible, specify an efficient ENERGY
STAR® rated model.
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Consider new and innovative appliances,
such as vitalizing systems or clothes drying
cabinets when designing for your client.
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Energy efficient appliances can provide your
clients with significant time and cost savings,
while also minimizing resource consumption
and protecting the environment.
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Sources of Information
If you are interested in learning more about
sustainability and green design, please refer
to the following sources:
U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)
www.usgbc.org
Leadership in Energy and
Environmental Design (LEED)
www.usgbc.org/leed
The U.S. Green Building Council works to
promote buildings that are environmentally
responsible, profitable and healthy places to
live and work.
STAR®
EPA ENERGY
www.energystar.gov
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