The ‘waterless’ washing machine
From The Guardian: The ‘waterless’ washing machine that could save you money.
Drycleaning is set to become a domestic activity with a washing machine that uses 90% less water than a normal laundry cycle and could be available by the end of 2011. The device, developed by Leeds-based Xeros Ltd, replaces water with tiny plastic beads that suck up stains and its producers claim it will shift stubborn pounds from household energy bills as well. [continue]
If it works well and becomes widely available, that could help a lot on Gabriola. Our summertime water shortages are serious enough that we really think twice before doing laundry in the summer.
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Michael Mehta on 20 Mar 2010 at 11:22 am #
I just came across this DIY solar powered washing machine that can be used in a variety of cultural, social and economic situations. See http://www.psfk.com/2010/03/the-open-source-washing-machine-project.html
Gabriolan on 20 Mar 2010 at 11:37 am #
Seriously cool! Thanks, Michael.