The Distinctive Life

RESPONSIVE DISHWASHERS

Dishwashers might not be the first thing you think of when looking for sustainable or green updates for a kitchen because of their energy and water usage. However, today’s smart kitchen dishwashers not only correctly regulate the amount of water used for each load but can save considerable energy. How? Martha Stewart Living explains: “Whirlpool’s ® Smart Dishwasher senses the size and soil level and automatically adjusts to get all your dishes cleaned in half the time. The dishwasher also integrates with Nest thermostats to avoid washing dishes during energy rush hours, helping this smart home upgrade pay for itself.” If you rarely wash large loads of dishes, you may also want to investigate luxury dishwasher drawers with Energy Star labels. They are up to 50% more energy-efficient than standard models, and if you only use one drawer most of the time, you’ll enjoy the benefits of using significantly less water. Also, smart dishwashers often are quieter than the units of yesteryear, offering “near- silent cycles,” thus, nearly eliminating at least one source of noise pollution in your home, according to Southern Living . Quiet, convenient, and eco-friendly – that’s an all- around win.

ENERGY-EFFICIENT REFRIGERATORS High-tech refrigerators have been turning heads over the last five years. Not only are energy-efficient models available, but the latest smart models effectively reduce food spoilage. Many of the most popular brands, including GE, LG, and Samsung, offer smart monitoring systems that you can check remotely, so you know exactly what you need to buy as you are trying to navigate the grocery aisles. Some have made advances to their drawer electronic temperature controls that help keep food fresher longer. Smart refrigerators will alert you when the door has been left open or hasn’t sealed properly, protecting your food and your energy bill. All of the latest models offer smartphone notifications and controls. Many smart refrigerators provide options for using voice support systems like Alexa, so you can update your shopping lists, order food, “look up a recipe or call an Uber without having to use any other apps,” raves Southern Living .

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