NEWS Power Brokers With newer domestic appliances vastly improved in terms of energy efficiency, theres a case to be made to replace older models for economic and environmental reasons POWER ON Efficient Workers 1 B uilding a seriously efficient and sustainable kitchen is a complicated business. While figuring out what sorts of materials and surfaces are sustainable, where theyve come from and how theyve been produced is a challenge, most of us wont have any trouble choosing efficient appliances thanks to EU performance ratings and clear labelling for consumers. So, lets focus on what we can do. Appliances are among the key contributors to energy consumption, says Radhika Khosla, associate professor at the Smith School of Enterprise and Environment at Oxford. Cumulatively, appliance usage adds up to a lot. All new appliances have a certified rating from A+++ to G, based on the amount of energy each appliance uses, so the higher the rating, the fewer units of energy (measured in kilowatt hours or kWh) it uses. Research by consumer group Which? shows that swapping power-guzzling kitchen appliances for more efficient ones could save hundreds of euro every year. Its hard to wade through the information, so seeking advice is a good idea. You can book a phone, video or in-person consultation with many suppliers and receive customised advice to see what options best suit your lifestyle and budget. For example, at the Home of Innovation, the Siemens Showroom, appliance experts will help you navigate the latest technology, trends and energy ratings. Book an appointment at www.siemens. home.bsh-group.com. And Harvey Norman offers brilliant online energy comparison tools: just go to www.harveynorman.ie and the tools provide information on how each appliance compares to the most efficient product in the market with the lowest running cost in its category. Sustainable choices with facts and figures on how much you will actually save. But, beware, theres also a hidden cost on your energy bill. Appliances left plugged in when not in use are slowly consuming electricity. Standby mode is for when the appliance will be used again in just a moment. As we keep most of our appliances on standby mode wasting energy needlessly, as much as 23 per cent of your electricity is essentially going to waste on vampire devices. SMALL KITCHEN APPLIANCES kettles, toasters, microwaves have a huge impact on the environment. Just under 28,000 tons of small appliances were collected under WEEE regulations in 2020 thats about half the mass of the Titanic and doesnt include the countless appliances that have ended up in landfill. This is why buying efficient, reliable, long-lasting appliances really matters. 60 Autumn/Winter 2022 THE GLOSS INTERIORS SMART HEAT Gagganau Flex Induction Cooktop, 400 Series,www.gaggenau.com. I INDUCTION HOB 2 Induction hobs are up to 50% more energy efficient than either gas or electric ceramic models. GRAPHIC DESIGN Gaggenau 400 Series Oven, www.gaggenau.com. MICROWAVE Microwaves use less energy than ovens: one hour to cook a baked potato in a conventional oven, 15 minutes in a 1.2 kw microwave a tenfold saving. Slow cookers and air fryers are good investments too. 3 COOL LIGHTING Ranarp pendant light, 29; www.ikea.com. Using LED spotlights or compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) uses far less electricity than standard bulbs. Ikeas Solhetta range (3.50) of longlasting bulbs also includes dimmable options. POWER OFF Big Consumers KETTLES Boil only the water you need. Avoid overfilling. SMART LAUNDRY Siemens IQ700 washing machine is wifi-enabled with an intelligent detergent dosing system. Visit BSH Home Appliances, Home of Innovation Showroom, M50 Business Park, Ballymount Road Upper, Dublin 12. 4 1. Neff N90 built-in oven with steam function, Energy Efficiency Class A+. The sous-vide mode cooks food at a constant, low temperature. 2,519; www.neff-home.com. 2. Gaggenau 400 Series built-in dishwasher cleans and dries dishes in 57 minutes; www.gaggenau. com. 3. Miele Eco Speed heat-pump tumble dryer Energy Efficiency Class: A+++. DryCare 40 for efficient and gentle drying. 1,299; www.harveynorman.ie. 4. Siemens iQ500 built-in fridge, Energy Efficiency Class A++ rating; 969; www.panellingcentre.ie. H HAIRDRYERS Along with tumble dryers and electric showers, hairdryers have a ferocious appetite for electricity. 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A glass-topped Maison Jansen coffee table is placed in front of besp RENOVATION ABOVE The study with burr oak panelling, fireplace by Ryan and Smith, leather and rattan chairs by Kaare Klint and a rug by Roger Oates. ABOVE RIGHT The sitting room features custom-stained oak panelling by David Coyne of Oikos surrounding the original Irish Georgian fireplace. The penda RENOVATION led by these important considerations, we listen, we understand how they live, what they want. The period Dublin house seen on these pages hadnt been touched for a couple of decades but the starting blocks for its new look fine antiques, some beautiful old Persian rugs and a personal co RENOVATION LEFT AND BELOW The master bedroom features soft cream walls, hand-finished to achieve a faux linen effect. The bedside tables are by Jonathan Sainsbury, lamps are early 19th-century black and gilt bronze and the bench was custommade by Stephen Hunter. 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