The good news when it comes to picking a detergent that is good for environment is that you don't have to worry.
Thanks to advances in technology, today's washing powders and liquids are, in general, much more compatible with the environment than they were 10 or 15 years ago.
Even if you buy an old-fashioned big-box-style value detergent, you will be purchasing a powder with a lower dosage, since these products are up to 37 per cent lighter (when expressed on the same volume) than their predecessors.
That helps the environment by making it more efficient to manufacture, store and distribute products, as well as leading to less discharge into the waste water.
New compact detergents offer even better value and are even better for the environment. Uni-dose tablets or liquitabs are also among the best options, delivering just the right amount of product for an optimal wash.
Now read on to find out other ways you can help the environment with your wash, what brands are the best to choose and why it is worth making the effort in the first place.
Lastly, just for fun, why not try your hand at trying to recognise some of the detergent packages of the past?