From speakers to home appliances that tap into volcanic minerals
, for example, uses a volcanic mineral called zeolite which absorbs moisture and at the same time generates heat – both properties help dry dishes.
The fridge also has a compressor that uses an inverter motor which, unlike a conventional one that turns on full power all at once and shuts off all at once, allows the compressor to slowly ramp up and ramp down. This is a more efficient way to cool with quieter operation.“One of our more popular and most innovative laundry products is the LG Washtower.
“This dishwasher doesn’t have a “heat dry” cycle with an element to dry the dishes at the end of the cycle; saving you energy,” he adds. “In the case of the dryer and the dishwasher, both use a direct drive motor. These motors are more efficient than conventional motors.”Article contentInstead of becoming e-waste, new tech is harnessed to break down old tech.
More than 80 per cent of Canadians polled have at least one end-of-life electronics device sitting at home, according to the Electronic Products Recycling Association Not only do programs like this mitigate the environmental hazard of having toxic and dangerous materials like mercury and lead hit landfills but means repurposing of everything from old cell phones, laptops and even burn-out light bulbs.Article content