Kitchens offer plenty of areas for improvement when building an eco-friendly home, it has been claimed. Imperial Valley News urged existing homeowners and self-build enthusiasts to take into account the fact that low energy innovations may cost more initially, but would pay off the investment not only in environmental benefits but also in long-term energy savings. Starting in the kitchen, the newspaper advised people to be on the look out for manufacturers who offer eco-friendly appliances and fixtures that can be easily incorporated into the home.In terms of reducing water usage, it was claimed that a whole host of water-efficient plumbing products could be located, while kitchen taps that incorporate electronics and other water-saving technologies were also recommended.Franke is a sector leader in producing innovations to traditional products, with the Franke Triflow range of taps recently adding their advanced purification options to the demands of a modern kitchen.An advanced Swiss filter provides users with highly purified water, while the touch of a button can divert hot, cold and mixed water to rinse the dishes.