Is your home a drain on the environment? Yes, but you can reduce the impact your house has on your surroundings and make your life easier at the same time.

Three of the most significant factors in your house’s environmental impact are your use of electricity, heating / cooling, and water. Consider the following options as a means to improve all three.

Adjust Your Electricity Use

Your electricity usage is one of the most substantial parts of your overall environmental impact. According to Omega, “switching to a green power program that draws on all renewable energy is one of the strongest ways you can personally take a stand for renewable energy.”

When it’s time to replace major appliances like your washing machine or refrigerator, choose models rated by the EPA as energy-efficient. To reduce your electricity use even more, consider swapping out incandescent light bulbs for an LED option. They not only use less electricity, but they also last much longer. Continue reading →