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[vc_row][vc_column][elx_heading text_color=”inherit”]THE CONNECTION BETWEEN THE CLIMATE CHANGE AND DETERGENTS [\/elx_heading][vc_column_text]In November 2021,\u00a0we are approaching a pivotal moment in the\u00a0<\/span>fight against climate change with the 26th Conference of the Parties annual summit (COP26)<\/span><\/b>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

During the past COP21, held in Paris, every country agreed to work together to\u00a0<\/span>limit global warming to well below 2 degrees<\/span><\/b>\u00a0and aim for 1.5 degrees\u00a0but,\u00a0to adapt to the impacts of a changing climate and to make money available to deliver on these aims, there is still much more we\u00a0have to\u00a0do, and new actions should be taken.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The importance of \u201cgoing\u00a0green\u201d is certainly a global affair,\u00a0but our single actions and choices could have an impact and do the difference, as the \u201cFridays for Future\u201d movement is trying to show us\u00a0by\u00a0asking local governments as well as every person to\u00a0<\/span>take actions on the climate crisis<\/span><\/b>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Looking at our work life and daily activities there are some important considerations we can do even when choosing the perfect laundry detergent range. If you are asking what\u00a0the connection between the\u00a0climate change\u00a0and detergents\u00a0is,\u00a0the answer is easy:\u00a0not all detergents are equal<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/b>and formulated with the aim<\/span>\u00a0to reduce as much as possible the environmental impact<\/span><\/b>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_single_image image=”17443″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center”][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text]Here below\u00a0four\u00a0simple tips to help you in the selection.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][elx_heading text_color=”inherit”]ECOFRIENDLY PRODUCTS[\/elx_heading][vc_column_text]There are many products on the market claiming to be \u201cgreen\u201d but only the presence on the official\u00a0<\/span><\/span>ECOLABEL<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong>logo can give you the certainty that\u00a0<\/span><\/span>they respect tough environmental requirements<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0for all relevant stages of the product\u2019s life cycle<\/span><\/strong>.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

T<\/span>his mean<\/span>s<\/span>\u00a0that the Authority has\u00a0<\/span><\/span>evaluated the product with a global approac<\/span>h<\/span><\/span>: from raw material selection to production processes, use and dosages, disposal and recycling, are all included in the assessment. Furthermore, product properties must ensure quality and durability<\/span>)<\/span>.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>The\u00a0<\/span><\/span>EU Ecolabel<\/span><\/span>, established in 1992, is also called the \u201cEU Flower\u201d and is one of the world’s most known eco-labels. The\u00a0<\/span><\/span>Nordic Swan<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>is<\/span>\u00a0the equivalent of the EU Ecolabel, but it has a strong position<\/span>ing<\/span>\u00a0among consumers in the Nordic region<\/span>.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][elx_heading text_color=”inherit”]SAFETY[\/elx_heading][vc_column_text]Being safe for garments but also for people is fundamental<\/span>:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>c<\/span>leaning effectiveness<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0is what everyone is looking for<\/span>,<\/span>\u00a0even if safety should not be ignored. If a detergent is delicate with textiles<\/strong>, it will preserve them from excessive wear and damage\u00a0<\/span><\/span>prolonging their life<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0and again being\u00a0<\/span>e<\/span>cofriendly<\/span>. In any case, with safety you don\u2019t have to think only of textiles<\/span>,<\/span>\u00a0but also of the sensitive skin of people using detergents and wearing\u00a0<\/span>the\u00a0<\/span>textiles washed with them. Hypoallergenic products have been\u00a0<\/span><\/span>dermatologically tested<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0and are products formulated to\u00a0<\/span><\/span>minimize the risk of sensitization<\/span><\/span>.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”17444″ alignment=”center”][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_single_image image=”17445″ alignment=”center”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][elx_heading text_color=”inherit”]EFFECTIVENESS AND FLEXIBILITY[\/elx_heading][vc_column_text]Always remember that you will face different kind and level of soiling<\/span>,<\/span>\u00a0thus having a range which can help you in all your daily\u00a0<\/span>work life<\/span>\u00a0will make everything easier. When checking effectiveness<\/span>,<\/span>\u00a0keep in mind to\u00a0<\/span>verify the<\/span><\/strong><\/span>\u00a0dosages a<\/span>nd<\/span>\u00a0the suggested washing temperature<\/span><\/span><\/strong>. The lower the dosage and temperature are, the\u00a0<\/span>better is for the environment and for your pocket<\/span>.<\/span>\u00a0Consider also the existence of a\u00a0<\/span><\/span>compatible spotting agent range<\/span><\/span><\/strong>\u00a0to help solving most difficult cases instead of going through a repeated washing processes or having the need to increase temperatures or dosages<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>in standard washing programs<\/span>,<\/span>\u00a0losing the benefits we have already discussed.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][elx_heading text_color=”inherit”]HYGIENE[\/elx_heading][vc_column_text]Consider products which can enhance hygiene due to specific chemical characteristics. Did you know that\u00a0<\/span><\/span>extreme pH values can inactivate coronavirus<\/strong><\/span><\/span>? Furthermore, high temperature exposure for a certain period of time can help that process.\u00a0<\/span>The combination of these characteristics can be\u00a0<\/span>useful<\/span>\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span>it will provide\u00a0<\/span>you, your customers and your staff the confidence<\/span>\u00a0that their well-being is\u00a0<\/span>safeguarded at all times<\/span>.<\/span><\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][elx_heading text_color=”inherit”]CONCLUSION[\/elx_heading][vc_column_text]With these simple considerations you will be able to select\u00a0<\/span>effective detergents<\/span><\/b>,\u00a0<\/span>protect the\u00a0environment<\/span><\/b>,\u00a0<\/span>prolonging your customers\u2019 textiles lifespan<\/span><\/b>, ensuring to use delicate products and\u00a0<\/span>meet the increasing high hygiene standards<\/span><\/b>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The selection of the proper detergents will not only make your work life easier but will help you being part of the\u00a0green\u00a0revolution that is taking place.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Learn more<\/strong> about our detergents<\/a><\/strong><\/span>\u00a0range<\/span>\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span><\/span>start reducing<\/span>\u00a0the environmental impact<\/span>\u00a0with\u00a0<\/span>us.<\/span><\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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