It is our mandate as inhabitants of this planet to combat destructive forces that deplete the environment. They say charity begins at home, therefore, what better place to begin than in our habitats? A few decades ago, homeowners delegated all efforts aimed at environmental conservation to corporate behemoths. And it wasn’t until a few years back that advocates of the Go Green movement delved into the domestic sphere.
As no one is permitted to willfully destroy the planet, it is up to you as a homeowner to adopt practices that are propitious for the earth’s ecology. Read on to find out how you can get started around the home as you fly the green team’s flag.
Tips To Create An Eco-Friendly Home
1. Use eco-friendly materials
Your household should be held accountable for any detrimental actions they make that lead to further destruction of the environment. From the get-go, opt for eco-friendly materials during the construction process. You have more leeway if it is a home improvement project as you are more involved in the decision-making process. Make use of recycled or refurbished products, plant-based plastics, and biodegradable materials.
When it comes to the actual interior and exterior decor, ensure you purchase environmentally-friendly goods. Most local furniture stores have a green section where they display their eco-friendly collections, as do online shops like ferm Living. For instance, go the extra mile and purchase organic bedding to go with the eco-friendly memory foam mattress and recycled steel bed frame.
2. Use effective energy conservation practices
Take advantage of the numerous energy-saving strategies and solutions currently available in the market. With a little investment, time, and effort you can adopt smart energy technology such as energy-saving bulbs to bridle your homestead’s electricity consumption. A more sustainable alternative would be to install an electricity-generating system that utilizes natural elements like the sun, wind, and water. You not only help save the environment but also eliminate costs from high utility bills. And use natural lighting around the house whenever possible.
3. Implement proper waste disposal
Establish and implement creative ways to get rid of all waste produced by your household. For example, you can keep discards like wooden pallets and recycle them in DIY home projects to come up with decorative accents such as bookshelves, coat hangers, potted plants stands, or functional pieces like a newborn’s cot.
Introduce a garbage-disposal system that encourages your household to sort and recycle. If you rear livestock, combine their waste with kitchen refuse to make organic manure that you can use in your garden or sell to local farmers. Or integrated waste disposal mechanisms like a biogas digester to produce fuel while eliminating waste matter around the home.
Last Word
Charity begins at home, hence it is up to you to introduce and develop a culture that supports your green aspirations around the homestead. It doesn’t require much to develop and adopt an eco-friendly standard of living. Start with baby steps and build on as you go.