Studies

An independent study conducted by the National Research Center proved in a head-to-head comparison of washing machine usage rates in units versus that of equipment in common-area laundry rooms that in-unit machines use approximately 3.3 times more water and 5 times more energy than common area laundry rooms. Read the complete 2002 study and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) guide that offers retrofit strategies for apartment owners and managers, including a recommendation by HUD to retrofit multifamily properties with common area laundry rooms.

A National Study of Water and Energy Consumption in Multifamily Housing
2002 Independent Study Conducted by the National Research Center, Inc.

HUD Overview of Retrofit Strategies:
A Guide for Apartment Owners and Managers
2002 U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)

HUD Retrofitting Apartment Buildings to Conserve Water:
A Guide for Managers, Engineers and Contractors
2002 U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)

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