Because being eco-friendly has become more crucial than ever.
Going outside nowadays scream nothing but noise, pollution, and a whole lot of stressors. Specially when your address is a property amidst a thriving urban jungle located in a fast paced and ultra-convenient community. Its tiring and stressful just to even look outside with how fast the world is pacing.
It is very important to have a safe haven of your own, a place where even though the outside is stressful and tiring, getting to it will surely bring your peace and tranquility. What better place to be than at home, right at the comforts of your personal space. A space that you really need to fortify further by designing it with calming and peaceful aesthetics, with the best option being the all-natural greeneries that are easy to find and nurture as well going all in on living in a eco friendly environment that can result in stress free days and nights in your abode.
As you look around your home, you might find it difficult to pinpoint eco-friendly changes you can make. However, these changes are not difficult like maybe running a whole government or like being a DPWH Secretary (just kidding!) there are many ways where you can make an impact around the house. These small changes, over time, can help you do your part in making your home a greener, more beautiful living space.
1. Change your water habits
The water you use in your home’s kitchens and restrooms is precious. Changing the way you think about and use your water can save thousands of liters per year from your household alone. It helps you become more conservative of the finite resources Mother Earth has to offer. It also cuts your water expenses when you practice conservation and proper usage of your water utility.
Some tips? Take a look at your plumbing to make sure there are no leaks. Try not to let precious water escape through old pipes and faucets. To really make a change, pay a visit to your nearest AllHome to pick up low-flow showerheads so that you bathe with only as much water as you need. Owning your own water supply may not be that big but it is a privilege you are able to enjoy, as there are still places in the world where a clean source of water is not available so make sure to use the best of it and conserve,
2. Choose LED lighting
Every modern household deserves lighting that lasts. LED lights have long become the standard for bulbs and have replaced compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) in many living rooms, and kitchens. These also last longer and consume far less power than older CFLs do.
If you work nine hours a day, make sure your lights are off whenever you leave the house. Or, when working at home, make use of natural lighting during the day. Set up your home office in the best location for all-day sunlight. It’s energy-efficient, but also very good for you.
3. Insulate!
Picture this: It’s right in the middle of summer and you are itching to turn on your air conditioner. If you live in Manila, the reality probably hits close to home. No matter where you live, however, having your aircon running all day consumes so much more power relative to the rest of your home.
One very clever way to keep your house cool at all times is to insulate your ceiling. This keeps your interiors cool even in the middle of the tropical summer. No power needed thus cutting your electricity cost and helps in lessening the pollutants being released by your air conditioner!
4. Waste-less-ness
While proper disposal is essential, think about your relationship with the items you consume and how you can use still use these. Wash and clean your plastic bottles and bags after you’ve consumed the products they contain. You can collect these and bring them to a recycler who can produce eco-bricks which is used in paving tiles or building structures from schools to hostels.
Basic waste segregation for biodegradable and non-biodegradable wastes can also go a long way. You can even use some organic wastes such as vegetable and fruit peels and eggshells as fertilizers for your home plant.
5. Buy local or recycled
From furniture to your personal effects, there are lots of products sourced from small local businesses and artisans. These businesses leave a smaller impact on the environment than big-name producers, and can be less expensive depending on where you look. Also, give gently used products a home in your house by purchasing second hand.
Not only did you buy organic and environmental friendly items, you also gave profit to small businesses that serves as backbone of the local economy where you live. These businesses are committed to delivering the best quality of product you desire.
So make sure to check for a small business alternative of the product you are looking for before you go to the shopping malls!
6. Composting instead of disposal
Food scraps from your home can add to greenhouse gas emissions (i.e., methane) when you send them to the landfill. Rather than throw these in with the rest of your recyclables, layer these into a compost bin with soil, which you can then use for gardening and potted plants.
Green living seems like a huge adjustment from the outside, but small changes you can start making today do have the potential for lasting impact. A greener world means a more beautiful life, which everyone deserves. So start with a few small, green changes and create yours now.
Going eco friendly in your own home is no easy task. You will have to adapt to a lifestyle that you were not used to so getting started and being disciplined to stick to it is surely going to be a herculean task. But it is something that is beneficial for you in both short term and long term, so it’s a sacrifice that will surely be worth it in the end. Practicing a greener lifestyle is win for your pocket, your health, and the environment so start going green now!
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