By Karen Kirk
September 2024
It’s a good thing that we’re becoming more aware of how our personal lifestyles are impacting the environment and we’re taking a more responsible role in finding and developing more sustainable practices in our everyday life. From growing our own produce to choosing environmentally friendly products and services for our homes, it’s easy to lead a sustainable lifestyle.
The kitchen design industry is at the forefront of innovative sustainable product design for today’s modern homes. Technology, design and functionality play huge roles in the decisions we make when choosing products for our homes, especially for our kitchens. A well curated kitchen is a good place to start managing our environmental footprint.
In Canada, 47% of food waste is generated at the household level1. Improper storage and overbuying are the main causes. With high food prices it’s more important than ever to properly preserve and store the food we buy or grow in our gardens. By carefully researching the benefits and features of refrigeration products before purchasing, we can avoid food waste in our homes. Thermador has some helpful tips.
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Flavour and freshness are maintained by storing food correctly. Check out how Thermador’s Professional 36-inch Freedom® Built-In Two-Door Bottom Freezer Refrigerator takes all the guesswork out of how to store food properly. Wi-Fi enabled and beautifully designed for any style of kitchen, the refrigerator includes multiple features including a versatile all-in-one drawer that offers the flexibility to change the temperature from chill to freeze to suit your storage needs and ThermaFresh® drawers to keep fruits and vegetables fresh.
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Fruits and vegetables account for 45% of food waste 2. Thermador’s customizable shelving and clear produce bins offer plenty of flexible space for food storage containers. Clear glass containers are non-porous, will last almost indefinitely and are 100 percent recyclable. They can be safely washed at higher temperatures in your dishwasher without melting or warping. Add a little storage style and sophistication with these Plisse (fluted) Clear Glass containers from Crate and Barrel that feature sustainable acacia wood lids fitted with silicone gaskets provide an airtight seal. Perfect for refrigerator, freezer, oven, and microwave they’ll look great in the refrigerator and on the table.
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It’s easy to store food containers neatly in the customizable door bins and shelves of Thermador’s refrigerator columns. Make monitoring your food supply easier by using attractive clear glass storage containers.
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A staple in my kitchen for years, Weck clear glass jars have been a mainstay in European kitchens since 1900, when German merchant Johann Weck pioneered the science of water-bath canning. Still available and reliable for home cooks to preserve and store their food, these stackable jars feature a tapered shape making them easy to fill. Their rubber-ringed glass lids create an airtight seal. Refrigerator, freezer and dishwasher safe, they’re also great for storing dry food staples in the pantry.
