Let’s face it LA fam, sometimes it is the little things that matter the most. I believe that we have it in us as a community to make an effort for the betterment of our dearly beloved planet. Habitat For Humanity Greater Los Angeles (Habitat LA), an organization which strives to eliminate substandard housing through advocacy, education and partnership shared 5 easy tricks to make your house earth friendly. The process will end up saving you as well, so that’s a win-win if you ask us.

1. Solar Technology

The “fuel” for solar panels cannot be bought or monopolized. It is free for all to use. Once you have solar panels on your roof, you have an essentially independent source of electricity that is all yours. This is important for individuals, but also for cities, counties, states, countries, and even companies.
Aside from looking out for the environment as Solar power helps to slow/stop global warming, solar power provides energy reliability and saves society billions or trillions of dollars, which you also save money! You can actually sell back electricity to your city!

2. Remodeling Can Actually Save You Money

Owners can improve the energy efficiency of their own homes by caulking and weather stripping, air sealing, and choosing energy-efficient lighting and appliances.
Before you design a new home or remodel an existing one, consider investing in energy efficiency. You’ll save energy and money, and your home will be more comfortable and durable. The planning process is also a good time to look into a renewable energy system that can provide electricity, water heating, or space heating and cooling.

3. Save Water, Save the Planet

Select the most water-efficient plumbing fixtures, you should look for products with certain flow thresholds. New fixtures are tax deductible!
Reducing your water use has multiple benefits. In addition to helping to conserve and protect your community’s vital water supplies, saving water also helps you save money and energy. Simple quick tip: place a small brick into your toilet water tank, it reduces water usage instantly.

4. Choose Organic

When you go shoping for clothes, food or beauty products pick organic brands. Organic brands don’t have to be expensive! Shop online or visit stores like Sprouts.

5. Last but Not Least: Recycle

Get your whole family involved with recycling, up to 90% of all materials we use everyday can be recycled bottles, paper bags, even clothes can be recycled. Before you throw out, think if you could recycle!
Fact: The greatest benefit in recycling building materials comes to the consumer, who purchases the material at incredibly low prices.

For more information on Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles click HERE.