6 Ways to Go Green at Home and Save Money

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Going green at home is a great way to save the environment while saving money on your home. Also, thinking green throughout the year can offer some significant benefits.

Here are 6 money saving tips that benefit your wallet and the environment.

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Insulate wellA good insulation will keep your house cool in the summer and warm in the winter.Aim for an R-value of 50 or a depth of 16 inches (41 cm).For whole home efficiency, ensure that all the important areas of your home are well insulated, not only the attic but also crawl spaces, basement headers, walls, and ceilings.

Call on your countertop appliancesSmall appliances use less energy, so use the microwave or toaster oven rather than the stove whenever you can.

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Turn down the heat in winterFor every 1 degree Celsius you lower your thermostat, you can save 2 per cent on your heating bill.

Turn down your air conditioning in the summerSetting your room temp at 25 degrees Celsius nets you the most comfort for the least cost.

Use power bars and turn them offStandby loss is the energy you waste (and pay for) simply by having appliances powered up even when they’re turned off.

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Replace old appliances with energy-efficient models, and only do laundry or run the dishwasher when you have full loads

There are simple but effective improvements that can provide valuable monthly savings for you, while protecting our environment for the future.

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