How does laundry equipment fit into a fire department’s green initiative?
It’s true. More fire departments are looking to go green, and laundry equipment plays a big part in making this happen. Continental freestanding washer-extractors are not only manufactured in an environmentally friendly manner, they are very energy-efficient — using less natural gas, water and electricity. Consider this: A top-load washer uses around 40 gallons of water per load. By comparison, a 20-pound-capacity Continental freestanding washer uses as little as 13.4 gallons while providing superior results. Simultaneously, the washer cuts gas and electricity usage for big yearly savings. When new fire stations are being designed, many municipalities will refer to the U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System. LEED is a nationally accepted benchmark for measuring the sustainability of “green” buildings. LEED recognizes performance in five areas of human and environmental health: sustainable site development, water s
