7 Easy Changes to Make
Your Home More Eco-Friendly.
Although the world’s current environmental challenges may seem unbeatable, .
there are actually a number of
ways you can help out at home.
Here are seven easy changes that you can do yourself in order to make your home more eco-friendly.
1. Although their price may be a put-off,
LED bulbs use up less energy and
have a lifespan of up to 50,000 hours.
2. In an effort to reduce waste, try using washable
rags instead of disposable paper towels. You could
even cut up old shirts to make the rags!.
3. Air-drying clothes instead of using a dryer
can reduce the average household’s carbon
footprint by 2,400 pounds a year.
4. Maximize your home’s energy efficiency by putting
up blinds and curtains. They’ll help regulate the
temperature in your house better.
5. Creating a composting spot will not only
help with moisture retention in your soil and
reduce landfill waste, it will also give you access
to a natural, non-chemical fertilizer.
6. Wait until your electric company’s “off-peak hours”
to run your dishwasher. It will reduce stress on
the electricity grid and decrease carbon emissions.
7. Keep your fridge running as efficiently as possible
by cleaning its condenser coils. This will not only reduce
its energy usage but also save you money on your bill