How to Make Your Home Greener for Earth Day and Beyond

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April 22 is Earth Day and wouldn't it be great to be living a little greener by then? There are many things you can do and changes you can make to have a more Eco-friendly home. Some of the things are as simple as changing to a different type of light bulb, while others are a bit more involved such as creating a compost bin. Below are tips on transforming your new home in Bryan-College Station just in time for Earth Day that will last years to come.

Eco-tip #1 – Go LED

Gong LED simply means to change your old incandescent light bulbs to the more energy efficient LED style bulbs. They not only conserve energy, but also last much longer as well.

Eco-tip #2 – Energy Star all the Way

When purchasing new appliances, you should look for the Energy Star label to ensure you are buying the best eco-friendly units possible. They are designed to save energy.

Eco-tip #3 – Say NO to Bottled Water

By having a water filtration system installed, you can say no to bottled water. This is because millions of plastic bottles end up in landfills each year.

Eco-tip #4 – No More Food Waste

By not tossing your food waste into the trash, you can create a beneficial compost bin. The rich compost can then be used in your gardens and flowerbeds, instead of harmful fertilizers. The temperatures in the Brazos Valley area will help to quickly break down the food into a usable product.

As you can see, there are several thing mentioned above that can help turn your energy burning house into an eco-friendly home in no time. With summer approaching fast, which means it’s time to turn up the air conditioners, saving energy in any way possible is a must. Stay green and happy Earth Day! 

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