We received a nice kitchen tip, so we dove back into the world of kitchen appliances. Because well, there will most likely come another time when you need a new kettle or food processor or coffee maker. Of course, second-hand is often a good idea, but with old appliances you sometimes don't know what's inside - hello PFAS coatings. Luckily, we came across a brand that made us curious: Bourgini. New, but still a bit more conscious. In this article, we tell you all about this smarter choice for your kitchen.
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Are you looking for new cooking and kitchen equipment such as a toaster, coffee maker, kettle, grill, food processor, blender or airfryer? Bourgini has it all and is taking a more sustainable approach. It is a Dutch family business from Breda that is taking great sustainable steps. Because fair is fair: the world of kitchen appliances is full of greenwashing. All sorts of claims are made, but often it is mostly a marketing ploy to make you feel better about a device that is actually not that green at all.
Perfectly durable kitchen utensils do not exist
There is no such thing as perfectly durable. Kitchen appliances are simply items that are made from precious raw materials. They require digging, melting, hauling and tinkering. It takes energy, effort and materials to get that handy appliance into your kitchen. That makes it all the more important to choose something that will last.
Kitchen utensils made from recycled materials
So if you do buy a new blender or grill, make sure you choose one that lasts. Bourgini helps with that: you can easily reorder parts, so you can repair instead of replace. And their Elements line is right up your greener alley. This range contains recycled materials and meets the requirements of the GRS mark - the Global Recycled Standard. This label not only guarantees that at least 50% of a product is made of recycled materials, but also sets requirements for the production process. For instance, water and energy consumption must be reduced, no harmful substances may be used and human rights and safe working conditions must be guaranteed. In short: with GRS, you are not only buying something that is better for the planet, but also for the people who make it.
How nice, PFAS-free kitchen utensils
Also nice: the PFAS-free ceramic non-stick coating as well as BPA-free parts. Bisphenol A (BPA) is a chemical found in many types of plastic, including electronics and kitchen appliances. There are concerns about its effects on health. A ban on BPA in food packaging, such as plastic bottles and cans, will apply in the EU from 20 January 2025. But this does not (yet) apply to kitchen appliances - and so it is good to pay attention to this. With Bourgini, you choose appliances without PFAS coatings and without BPA-containing parts. And that makes cooking, baking, grilling or steaming just that little bit tastier.
The production chain also counts
More sustainable kitchen stuff is not only about materials, but also about people. That is why Bourgini works according to the guidelines of amfori BSCI, an international programme committed to better working conditions in factories worldwide. Think safe workplaces, living wages, the ban on child labour and respect for human rights. Factories are monitored for these and must continue to improve. Do you see this label? Then you can assume that the company is at least committed to fair production. In short, a handy tip to look out for when making your next kitchen purchase!
For your greener kitchen: Bourgini kitchen appliances
So if you're looking for a new kitchen appliance, Bourgini is a tip. They make conscious choices in materials and design, use PFAS- and BPA-free parts (nice!) and make sure you can repair appliances rather than replace them. The packaging? Those are plastic-free, and made of FSC-certified and recycled materials. Also nice: with every product sold from the Elements line, Bourgini supports Plastic Soup Foundation. Find out more about this more sustainable kitchen brand.
More useful kitchen tips
- Also see: This search for PFAS-free pans.
- Also see: should you replace plastic drrink cups with plasticisers now?
- Also see: This handy DYI to neatly store your pans.
- Also see: more on greenwashing.
Sources: hallmark indicator.nl, nutrition centre.nl, amfori BSCI. Photo credits: Bourgini.
