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It’s through the progress and breakthroughs in science and technology that our living has been made not only more pleasant, but also much more environment friendly. Whether we talk about adding new functionality to our homes or simply making them much more sustainable, there is no denial that people are taking steps in the right direction when it comes to the protection of the planet.
This can be done by lowering the impact on the environment by being more economical in terms of utilization of natural resources. Apart from the benefits to the world around us, there are also significant financial savings that can be made by living in a smart home. Let’s take a look at some of the products that can help you
live a greener life.
Dual-flush toilets
Most people don’t realize that toilets use almost one quarter of the total water consumption, by far more than any other fixture. This suggests that there is a lot of room for improvement and dual-flush toilets are the answer. What’s more, you won’t need to change your plumbing at all!
The dual-flush toilet offers two options: one for liquid waste and one for solid. The options differ in the amount of water they use and you can easily regulate how much water you need, thus conserving the resource. Finally, you have an option to upgrade your existing toilet using a special kit, or to purchase a completely new model. It’s up to you to decide.
Home automation system
We all love gadgets that make our lives easier. So, how can you not love a system that lets you control your home in order to make it more functional? If you introduce a home automation system, you’ll be able to control the lights,
entertainment and security systems, HVAC and energy metering, etc. One such system, called CBus, allows you to be in complete control of your home by automating your home and making it much safer. Needless to say, you need to turn to professional CBus installers if you want the system to function perfectly.
Eco-friendly paint
One of the things homeowners often overlook is the choice of paint. It’s understandable that it is not the first thing you would associate with an eco-home, but it can still play a very important role. You need to avoid traditional paints which are not free from volatile organic compounds (VOCs), toxic biocides and fungicides. Luckily, there are many manufacturers who offer eco-friendly paints that will improve the indoor air quality.
Bio-ethanol fireplace
Believe it or not, even your fireplace can be greener. There are units that run on bio ethanol, a completely renewable energy source made from the fermented sugar and starch components of plant by-products. The combustion is so clean that you won’t even need the chimney and flue, which means that all the heat will stay in the room. Since there’s no smoke, such units are also much safer than standard, wood burning fireplaces.
Geothermal heat pump
Every homeowner will tell you that one of the greatest challenges is to maintain a comfortable interior temperature. Modern technology and scientific discoveries have led to one solution to this problem. Geothermal heat pumps use consistent temperatures found under the surface and transfer them into your home. We all know that regardless of the climate, the temperature of the ground is much more stable that the one of the air, so it makes perfect sense to use it to regulate the temperature of your home.
Solar water heater
People have been using solar power for quite some time and the more they use it, the better they realize its advantages. One of the applications is to use it to heat water, thus ditching heaters that use electricity and natural gas. The solar heater uses the sun’s thermal energy to heat water, which stays in an insulated tank until it’s ready to be used. Installation may come at a price, but the benefits are great.
These are just some products that can help you turn your home greener and smarter. As you can see, they don’t cost a lot, but they definitely make your life easier, greener and cheaper.
