How To Make Your Home Sustainable And Eco-friendly

​Robert Swan once said, “The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it.” Yet, we are still creating damage to our planet. We should be responsible and be sustainable and eco-friendly, at home and everywhere else. Making your house sustainable can tremendously help in making the environment better for the future generation.

What Is A Sustainable Home?
According to Forbes, 77% of individuals want to live a sustainable life. This data is good news, and people are starting to realize the importance of caring about our planet. People can start in their homes, and a sustainable home is an efficient one. Here are some tips to make your home sustainable.

1. Power of Sunlight
   Harnessing the sunlight can highly benefit you. Passive solar heating designs utilize the sun’s energy to help in heating and cooling rooms. The light can also illuminate common spaces like the living room and kitchen during daylight to save money in energy bills.
   
   
2. Energy-efficient
   Let’s face it, appliances are the number one most energy-consuming items in your home. Consider changing or opting for brands selling energy-saving or energy-efficient appliances. Homeowners can also switch to LED or CFL bulbs which are cost-saving and less toxic metals.
   
   
3. Renewable Energy
   Homeowners can opt for an alternative source of energy, like installing a small-scale wind turbine or solar panels. This way, it can reduce the household’s energy intake.
   
   
4. Reduce And Reuse
   Reduce your carbon footprint by creating a compost pit for your biodegradable waste in which you can use to grow small plants like herbs and leafy vegetables. Opt for reusable bags and containers for your grocery trips instead of a plastic bag or paper bag.
   
   
5. Recycle
   Having trash cans segregating recyclable and non-recyclable materials is a good step in recycling. Recycling reduces the amount of waste sent to landfills and incinerators and reduces harmful gases emitted by them.

Conclusion
These are just tips to lessen your carbon footprint at home. But it’s best to invest in the future generation by making your home sustainable. Having a sustainable home can save you money and bring you comfort. 

However, creating a sustainable home can be a tremendous investment. You can have home insurance to safeguard your investment.

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