The Monogram Side-By-Side Refrigerator
Rarely would we consider the usual refrigerators as posing problems to the environment but perhaps looking up close and considering the elements needed to run them can orient us on why they pose as an environmental threat.
Apparently, a lot of it has to do with the chlorofluorocarbons and hydrofluorocarbons for insulation that affect the ozone layer. Apparently, there is an improved version of the GE Monogram that will use another hydrocarbon, cyclopentane, but will reduce pollution and the risk of flammability.
GE hopes to replace the hydrochlorofluorocarbon-based refrigerants now common in the U.S. The resulting appliance would have far lower emissions. Isobutane is also being tested for use in the Monogram line of refrigerators and is expected to be on sale in early 2010.
(Source) CNet
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