5 Conservation Efforts You Can Do In Your Home Today

Currently, only 14.6% of the Earth’s 197,060,800 square miles is set aside for protection from the ravages of civilization. This is simply not enough to ensure the planet can sustain itself for much longer. That’s why it’s vital to implement conservation efforts wherever possible to help limit our effect on the natural world. As yet, we don’t have a Plan B if this planet fails.

So, get started today doing what you can to conserve the Earth and its natural resources. Here are five ideas to get you started.

1. Embrace Water Conservation Efforts

A dripping tap isn’t only an annoying sound; it represents a countdown to drought and starvation. Earth’s water resources are dwindling at a rapid rate due to global warming, pollution, and wastage.

One of the easiest ways to conserve water is by repairing leaks in your home’s plumbing. Other measures might include installing low-flow faucets and low-flush cisterns or re-using gray water in your garden.

2. Implement Green Energy Measures

Most electricity in the United States comes from burning oil and gas reserves harvested from deep within the Earth. This process results in pollution, water wastage, and land degradation.

Some of the best measures to conserve energy in your home and reduce electricity use include LED lights, a smart thermostat, and tankless water heaters.

Sustainable energy generation, like wind and solar power, is the best way to reduce your reliance on fossil fuels and limit the carbon emissions responsible for global warming. Check out this solar panel site for more information on how solar panels can help you save money and reduce carbon emissions.

3. Reduce, Re-Use, Recycle

The above mantra is vital to maintaining a green home. Don’t buy what you don’t need, and set up a recycling procedure at home.

Many companies recycle glass, paper, plastic, and electronics. You can make compost from organic waste, like table scraps, and use it to fertilize a home vegetable garden.

It’s up to you to reduce the amount of rubbish in landfills that pollute our soil and water resources.

4. Shop Sustainably

To maintain a sustainable home, you must ensure that everything you buy comes from companies embracing sustainable solutions.

Stick with businesses embracing biodegradable packaging and recyclable materials from renewable resources. Support local businesses; you’re helping limit the carbon emissions caused by transporting goods when you buy from local suppliers.

5. Support Worthy Causes

Finally, put your money where your mouth is regarding conservation. Find a worthy cause that’s working toward conserving nature and endangered species and donate toward their efforts.

When you go on vacation, why not visit one of your local nature preserves instead of taking a trip abroad? Your entry fees go toward sustaining these valuable conservation areas.

Make a Difference

As you go through your day, pay attention to areas where you can implement these conservation efforts. Small actions can add up to make a big difference toward ensuring a healthier future for all of us.

Staying informed about what you can do to conserve natural resources and spreading the word about simple conservation measures is the first step toward these lofty goals.

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Diana Muniz
Diana Muniz

With over 20+ years of experience in a variety of corporate and entrepreneurial environments, Diana has developed a great understanding of Marketing Strategy, Brand Development, Customer Success, Public Relations and Management. Her internal drive for developing others and external brands, has allowed her to work in some of the largest cities in the world including Milan, Paris, NY, Mexico, and the Middle East. This experience has been fundamental to Diana’s success and ability to communicate cross-culturally.

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