Having an energy efficient home is a priority for many homeowners. A lot of us have already included easy and simple ways to be more eco-friendly. It’s become a habit to turn off lights when you’re not in the room, to use LED bulbs and to try using less heating where possible.
By taking one of these measures you probably think that there isn’t much else you can do to make your home more energy efficient. Luckily, if you are looking to make more improvements, there’s plenty more you can do, including the following:
The Latest Technology
If you already use your phone a lot for banking, socialising, and work, then it won’t be too much of a stretch to use it to make your home more eco-friendly. A lot of main energy providers actually have apps to help you track how much energy you consume. There are even apps to connect all of your home accessories and technology to help you use less energy overall.
There are even applications that help you operate what is switched on and when. The apps can also identify if something can be switched off, to help you preserve energy in areas of the home where you may have not previously even considered looking.
Choose Greener Utility Options
Green utility providers and utility comparison sites now let you know your green options for switching providers. That could be a slightly higher tariff in exchange for trees being planted, or even a zero emissions initiative. Some of these services cost a little bit more but the amount could be worth it for you to have a more sustainable home.
Clever Energy Systems
If you’re looking at making a bigger investment into sustainability in your home then you may be interested in clever energy systems. Ground source heat pumps, solar panels, and even compost heap energy systems are all possible options for homeowners these days. They will take some financial investment of course, but the results could be a greener home that is also a lot cheaper to run.
Running A Smaller Space
Small or tiny homes are becoming much more popular these days as a way to live a more sustainable life that is also very cheap. Of course, tiny homes are not for everybody, but if you are thinking about running a small space to be more sustainable and to have a more simplistic life, it could be worth considering downsizing.
You can always use self-storage to boost your storage options, and your possessions will still be available if you decide it’s not for you and you want to live in a bigger home again. There are always ways to try out the tiny home lifestyle without making a full commitment, and if it does work you could end up paying out a lot less and enjoying a much more simple life overall.
There are lots of ways to have a more energy efficient home these days without breaking the bank, or putting too much effort in. For instance, reducing our plastic use and preserving as much energy as possible by monitoring gas and electricity usage. Every little really does help when it comes to doing your bit to save the planet.