If you’re looking to make a positive impact on the planet and lower your personal footprint, there’s no better place to start than right at home. Even small efforts made at home can reap large benefits. And lowering your home energy use and sourcing renewables can also save you money in the long-term.
Make your home energy-efficient
This is one of the most important steps you can take. It will provide tips for a home that is more efficient and economically viable.
Weatherizing your home provides better comfort, helps you save money on energy costs and makes your home more environmentally friendly.
New technologies that can reduce your dependence on fossil fuels by making heating and cooling systems more efficient and also saving money in the process.
A sustainable home is built to use less energy and fewer resources and be healthier for you and your family.
Change a bulb and change the world? LEDs save energy and last longer. What could be easier?
These are small additions that you can make at home to prevent significant energy loss and contribute to cost savings. Plus, gadgets are fun!
Source your electricity from renewable sources
Renewable energy is energy derived from natural resources that are virtually inexhaustible and cause little to no climate or environmental damage.
Solar panels are a great way to offset energy costs, reduce the environmental impact of your home and combat greenhouse gas emissions.
Check out this presentation by local architect and energy consultant, John Rountree, to the Y’s Men of Westport/Weston on various net zero homes in the area, including his own. John’s firm utilizes clean, renewable energy technologies and passive house construction techniques.
DID YOU KNOW
Your home is one of the largest contributors to greenhouse gas emissions!
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A home energy assessment can identify areas that may improve your home energy efficiency by 20% or more!
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