{"id":11360,"date":"2018-05-28T15:44:41","date_gmt":"2018-05-28T15:44:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/yourlifeassist.co.za\/sizani\/ten-smart-steps-to-an-eco-friendly-home\/"},"modified":"2021-03-16T11:07:56","modified_gmt":"2021-03-16T11:07:56","slug":"ten-smart-steps-to-an-eco-friendly-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/yourlifeassist.co.za\/sizani\/ten-smart-steps-to-an-eco-friendly-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Ten Smart Steps to an Eco-Friendly Home"},"content":{"rendered":"

With World Environment Day coming up and the extreme weather conditions of 2018 on everyone\u2019s minds, now is the time to start taking sustainability seriously. Running an eco-friendly home will ensure that your family cuts down on resources like water and energy, while also giving back to the planet.<\/p>\n

Eco-Friendly Home Habits to Start Today<\/strong><\/p>\n

Eco-friendly living is much more than using LED light bulbs and making the occasional trip to the recycling bank! Here are some small but strategic steps you can take, to make every part of your life a little greener.<\/p>\n

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  1. Cut down on single-use plastics, including shopping bags, water bottles and straws. These wasteful items are major causes of pollution, and pose a big threat to the environment. World Environment Day 2018 is focused on overcoming the plastic pollution problem.<\/li>\n
  2. Switch to natural cleaning detergent brands, or better yet, make your own 100% safe and natural DIY cleaning products at home. This will be healthier for your family, and safer for the planet\u2019s waterways.<\/li>\n
  3. Install a rain tank to collect rainwater, and use it to water your garden, clean your windows or wash your car.<\/li>\n
  4. Whenever you can, hang your washing out on the line to dry, instead of using a tumble dryer.<\/li>\n
  5. Pay your bills and do your banking online. It saves on fuel and paper \u2013 plus with no queues to stand in, it will save you time and hassle.<\/li>\n
  6. Participate in a clean-up of your local park or beach (or organise one yourself)!<\/li>\n
  7. Whenever possible, buy your groceries from a local farmers\u2019 market instead of a big chain store. This supports local growers and stimulates the local economy.<\/li>\n
  8. Make sure all leaks, drips and faulty taps in your home are fixed. Water is precious and every drop counts!<\/li>\n
  9. Grow your own veggies and herbs. It\u2019s a fun and rewarding way to connect with nature and save on expenses.<\/li>\n
  10. If you have a garden, start a compost bin or a worm farm. Compost will improve the health of your soil, without all the chemicals found in ordinary fertilisers. And it\u2019s much greener than throwing your food waste straight in the bin.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Sources<\/strong><\/p>\n

    40 ways to go greener at home\u2026 besides just recycling. Retrieved from: https:\/\/theartofsimple.net\/tips-to-go-green-at-home\/<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

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