John Elliott, Ebac’s founder and chief executive said: “The pandemic has changed our lives in so many ways and that includes routine chores such as the laundry. Parents are facing an increased requirement to do frequent loads of washing to help combat the spread of the virus. This brings with it challenges in terms of time and drying space and avoiding noise for those working from home and with small children.
“Parents are conscious of the environmental impact of their daily habits. However, while some believe the pandemic has given us the opportunity for a green recovery, our habits have changed to go against this tide. At Ebac, we build our washing machines and dehumidifiers for people and for the environment.
“Today, washing machines receive awards based on their ability to wash severe stains without pre-treatment, the majority of washes do not need this. This has led to machines that overwash, causing not only damage to garments but unnecessary use of water, electricity and an increase in microplastics and microfibres being released into the oceans. With an increased requirement to keep our clothes clean and virus free, the time is now to question the environmental impact and commitment to sustainability of your manufacturers.
“As the only British manufacturer of washing machines, we take pride in delivering a reduced carbon footprint. We are also committed to providing products that are built to last. The public has spoken and we have listened and delivered 100,000 hours of research, development and testing.”