What Sustainable Home Improvement Projects Can You Start Today?

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Many sustainable home improvements cost money and need lots of planning. Things like adding insulation to your attic to save on your heating bill, installing an HRV or ERV to improve your indoor air quality and health, or adding a rainwater harvesting system to reduce your water use. But luckily, some changes don't cost anything or need extensive planning. Consider options like:

Skip the trip to the garden store for pesticides. Your yard will be a healthier place to be for you, your family, and the earth and water beneath.
Embrace the weeds! Some are good for you. AND weeds have deeper root systems than grass, meaning that they will need less watering and weather droughts better.
Take steps to reduce your phantom power load. Phantom power is the energy wasted through chargers, TVs, lights, and appliances that drain power even when not in use.
Book an energy audit. Audits let you know where you stand and help you to plan home improvements that will have the best bang for your buck.
Set some personal sustainability goals. Then, talk with your friends and family about making small changes at home, too. More awareness = more change.