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Greener Choices: Dry-Cleaning Alternatives view detail comment email this

This report discusses the environmental effects of dry cleaning. Reviews three alternatives to standard solvent, perchloroethylene-based dry cleaning methods: GreenEarth, a silicone-based solvent used in modified dry-cleaning machines; liquid carbon dioxide (CO2) used in high-pressure cleaning machines; and 'wet cleaning' with plain water in computer-controlled washing machines. Also includes federal and state legislation regarding dry-cleaning. From Greener Choices, a Consumer Reports site.
http://www.greenerchoices.org/products.cfm?product=drycleaning&pcat=homegarden
Topics: Consumer Research & Advocacy, Home & Housing

Last updated Dec 11, 2007





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