{"id":988,"date":"2024-05-24T20:42:00","date_gmt":"2024-05-24T20:42:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/upmail.co.in\/kindhubs\/5-sustainable-home-changes\/"},"modified":"2024-11-06T12:04:27","modified_gmt":"2024-11-06T12:04:27","slug":"5-sustainable-home-changes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/upmail.co.in\/kindhubs\/5-sustainable-home-changes\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Sustainable home changes you can start today!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div\n        class=\"\n          image-block-outer-wrapper\n          layout-caption-hidden\n          design-layout-inline\n          combination-animation-site-default\n          individual-animation-site-default\n          individual-text-animation-site-default\n        \"\n        data-test=\"image-block-inline-outer-wrapper\"\n    ><\/p>\n<figure\n            class=\"\n              sqs-block-image-figure\n              intrinsic\n            \"\n            style=\"max-width:2500px;\"\n        ><\/p>\n<div\n              \n              \n              class=\"image-block-wrapper\"\n              data-animation-role=\"image\"\n              \n  \n\n          ><\/p>\n<div class=\"sqs-image-shape-container-element\n              \n          \n        \n              has-aspect-ratio\n            \" style=\"\n                position: relative;\n                \n                  padding-bottom:55.577301025390625%;\n                \n                overflow: hidden;-webkit-mask-image: -webkit-radial-gradient(white, black);\n              \"\n              ><\/p>\n<p>                <img loading=\"lazy\" data-stretch=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/upmail.co.in\/kindhubs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/21_image-asset.jpg\" data-image=\"https:\/\/upmail.co.in\/kindhubs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/21_image-asset.jpg\" data-image-dimensions=\"2500x1667\" data-image-focal-point=\"0.5,0.5\" alt=\"\" data-load=\"false\" elementtiming=\"system-image-block\" src=\"https:\/\/upmail.co.in\/kindhubs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/21_image-asset.jpg\" width=\"2500\" height=\"1667\" alt=\"\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 100vw\" style=\"display:block;object-fit: cover; width: 100%; height: 100%; object-position: 50% 50%\" onload=\"this.classList.add(&quot;loaded&quot;)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/upmail.co.in\/kindhubs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/21_image-asset.jpg?format=100w 100w, https:\/\/upmail.co.in\/kindhubs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/21_image-asset.jpg?format=300w 300w, https:\/\/upmail.co.in\/kindhubs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/21_image-asset.jpg?format=500w 500w, https:\/\/upmail.co.in\/kindhubs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/21_image-asset.jpg?format=750w 750w, https:\/\/upmail.co.in\/kindhubs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/21_image-asset.jpg?format=1000w 1000w, https:\/\/upmail.co.in\/kindhubs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/21_image-asset.jpg?format=1500w 1500w, https:\/\/upmail.co.in\/kindhubs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/21_image-asset.jpg?format=2500w 2500w\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-loader=\"sqs\"><\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/figure><\/div>\n<div class=\"sqs-html-content\">\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">In each of our homes there are countless ways to become more sustainable, all it requires is changing our mindset. Instead of opting for the easiest, most convenient solution \u2013 like grabbing a paper towel \u2013 think twice and set up a new more sustainable habit. Each little change has an impact that compounds over time. Here are 5 ways to become more sustainable in your home, often you will not only help protect our planet but also save yourself some money!<\/p>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-large\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-color--lightAccent\">1. Start a vegetable garden.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-color--lightAccent\"><strong>How?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">This doesn\u2019t need to be an expensive endeavor.<\/p>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Decide based on your space and type of vegetables which you will plant, the type of container that is feasible.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Make a plan to plant and water the garden.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Find a community garden in your area if you need more space.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-color--lightAccent\"><strong>Why?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Excellent source of exercise and fresh air.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Teach your children about food production.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Save money.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Share the bounty with friends and family \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.soils.org\/about-soils\/community-gardens\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration:underline\">community<\/span><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soils.org\/about-soils\/community-gardens\/\"><span style=\"text-decoration:underline\"> gardens<\/span><\/a> are wonderful social spaces.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-color--lightAccent\"><strong>Impact!<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">If you value a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kindhub.com\/blog\/life-focused-sustainable-change\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration:underline\">life-centric approach<\/span><\/a>, this is an important change to make<\/p>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">There are few greater rewards than growing your own food \u2013 fresh, flavorful food, stress reduction, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finegardening.com\/article\/whats-a-garden-worth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration:underline\">cost savings up to $2149.15<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Helps remove CO2 from the environment!<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"sqs-html-content\">\n<p class=\"sqsrte-large\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-color--lightAccent\">2. Go Paper-towel free.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-color--lightAccent\"><strong>How?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Pay attention to how, when, when, and how much paper towels you use.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Identify the tasks where you use paper towels, such as cleaning surfaces, absorbing grease while cooking, drying dishes, or wiping up messes.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Mount a hook near your sink and reach for an absorbent dish towel of 100% cotton or linen instead.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Buy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Ibambo-Rolls-Bamboo-Reusable-Towels\/dp\/B0CZPH9TLN\/ref=sr_1_16?crid=4ZTULUXDM08I&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.NCsU1BtQKGXXivcENsfRVmkJq2qttqsZ1IKRFf1oDlm0RVq7HD5ftN0BZWnjcCiWC_u9N6VvZQgJBjrUI6obZMCvYXQmji8WAS_pGoDQ77mvlbLIX3-defk3qfy1B3wWEex8ozDaKAvMx_bJ94Vu8mx4kNWGe8ZrDm815KvR10w6cimfn1hvnSFG8w6rTVyGftZS-2hRgg_ZP9dW2pMX1zGiMfRCi_R0YuFJxGTAhzTTqTTd_NVwrJHyJBO3qcZ9vEN7qKfFlLSTpQSedFgs1LBtTagJbGYAyZAvK1DUjFc.rGBKrAe3jbpKDA54rLTDnkBKVRcT33a1kskKiEyIJuU&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=bamboo+paper+towels&amp;qid=1713826756&amp;sprefix=bamboo+paper%2Caps%2C193&amp;sr=8-16\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration:underline\">reusable bamboo sheets <\/span><\/a>that can be washed and reused&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-color--lightAccent\"><strong>Why?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">The majority of paper towels are made of virgin paper since recycled paper is not as absorbent.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">The bleaching process used to make the paper towels \u201cwhite\u201d is polluting to our water.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-color--lightAccent\"><strong>Impact!<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">If you value an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kindhub.com\/blog\/earth-focused-sustainable-change\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration:underline\">earth-centric approach<\/span><\/a>, this is an important change to make.<\/p>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Save money (<a href=\"https:\/\/heysunday.com\/blogs\/learn\/how-much-can-you-save-by-being-eco-friendly#:~:text=By%20switching%20to%20reusable%20alternatives,Paper%20towels%3A%20%24268\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">about $268 per year<\/a>) and trees!<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Using washable towels means that you will never run out!<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"sqs-html-content\">\n<p class=\"sqsrte-large\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-color--lightAccent\">3. Install low-flow water fixtures.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-color--lightAccent\"><strong>How?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">They are relatively easy and inexpensive to install.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Do your research, there are different types of low-flow fixtures (ie) aerating or laminar technology, to determine which ones make sense for you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-color--lightAccent\"><strong>Why?<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Reduce water consumption by 15-20%.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Reduce energy needed to heat water that is wasted.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/buildipedia.com\/aec-pros\/construction-materials-and-methods\/roi-driven-products-low-flow-fixtures\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration:underline\">Save money!<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-color--lightAccent\"><strong>Impact!<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">If you value an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kindhub.com\/blog\/earth-focused-sustainable-change\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration:underline\">earth-centric approach<\/span><\/a>, this is an important change to make.<\/p>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Adoption of low flow taps and shower heads at <a href=\"https:\/\/drawdown.org\/solutions\/low-flow-fixtures\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration:underline\">a greater than 80% rate by 2050<\/span><\/a> (we are only at 50% right now) could reduce CO2 equivalent emissions by 0.93\u20131.52 gigatons.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"sqs-html-content\">\n<p class=\"sqsrte-large\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-color--lightAccent\">4.  Implement Smart Home Technology.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-color--lightAccent\"><strong>How?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Installing items like smart thermostats allow for flexibility to control your home\u2019s temperature remotely and in a more agile fashion.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">They often use the same wiring as existing thermostats and are an easy upgrade.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Read reviews such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.consumerreports.org\/appliances\/thermostats\/best-smart-thermostats-of-the-year-a4768074255\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration:underline\">consumer reports<\/span><\/a> to determine which one makes the most sense for you.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-color--lightAccent\"><strong>Why?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Convenience, manage your home devices remotely.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Increase energy efficiency with the ability to program according to your needs and schedule..<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Get better insight into appliance usage.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Increased safety with remote access and monitoring.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-color--lightAccent\"><strong>Impact!<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">If you value an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kindhub.com\/blog\/earth-focused-sustainable-change\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration:underline\">earth-centric approach<\/span><\/a>, this is an important change to make.<\/p>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Smart thermostats can save their owners almost $2T in utility bills over the lifetime of the units.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"sqs-html-content\">\n<p class=\"sqsrte-large\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-color--lightAccent\">5. &nbsp;Manage your trash.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-color--lightAccent\"><strong>How?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Reduce your trash.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Pay attention to the packaging and try to buy items in eco friendly packaging.<\/p>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Bring your own produce bags or reusable shopping bags to the grocery.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Eliminate buying single serve food &amp; beverage items.<\/p>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Use a soda stream instead of buying cans of carbonated beverage.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Freeze food that can\u2019t be eaten immediately<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Learn how to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kindhub.com\/blog\/recycling-info\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration:underline\">recycle properly<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Start a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.environment.sa.gov.au\/goodliving\/posts\/2019\/05\/guide-to-composting#:~:text=Start%20with%20a%20base%20layer,then%20leaves%20and%20wet%20paper.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration:underline\">compost<\/span><\/a> pile or consider a <a href=\"https:\/\/chatelaine.com\/living\/countertop-composter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration:underline\">countertop composter<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Use certified <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kindhub.com\/blog\/compostable-garbage-bags\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration:underline\">compostable garbage bags<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-color--lightAccent\"><strong>Why?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Composting protects the climate by reducing methane emissions from landfills.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Of the 60+ million tons of wasted food generated in the food retail, food service and residential sectors in the United States <a href=\"https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/sustainable-management-food\/composting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration:underline\">only 5% of that wasted food is composted<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Decomposing organic material in landfills generates methane, a powerful greenhouse gas<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Approximately 14% of greenhouse gasses come from landfills and wasted food is responsible for 58% of landfill methane emissions.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Recycling reduces waste sent to landfills and incinerators preventing pollution.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Recycling conserves natural resources and energy.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Managing your trash creates green jobs.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"><span class=\"sqsrte-text-color--lightAccent\"><strong>Impact!<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">If you value an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kindhub.com\/blog\/earth-focused-sustainable-change\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration:underline\">earth-centric approach<\/span><\/a>, this is an important change to make.<\/p>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Save money! The average American <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rts.com\/resources\/guides\/food-waste-america\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration:underline\">family of four throws out $1,600 a year<\/span><\/a> in produce.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Protect our natural resources.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Making recycled aluminum only takes around 5% of the energy needed to make new aluminum.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Using recycled steel saves enough energy to power 18 million homes for a year.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">About 110 million glass bottles are thrown away every day in the U.S., of which only one-third get recycled.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Reduce methane gas.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<ul data-rte-list=\"default\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">If everyone in the US composted, it would be the equivalent of <a href=\"https:\/\/eri.iu.edu\/tools-and-resources\/fact-sheets\/at-home-composting.html#:~:text=Statistics%20on%20compost%20and%20wastes&amp;text=28%20percentof%20waste%20deposited,million%20cars%20from%20the%20road.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration:underline\">removing 7.8 million cars<\/span><\/a> from the road.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Each year, home composting could <a href=\"https:\/\/www.weforum.org\/agenda\/2022\/06\/recycling-global-statistics-facts-plastic-paper\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration:underline\">divert 330 pounds of food waste<\/span><\/a> per household from landfills.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\">Our homes have countless opportunities to live more sustainably, all it requires is changing our mindset. Instead of opting for the easiest, most convenient solution \u2013 like grabbing a paper towel \u2013 think twice and set up a new more sustainable habit. Here are 5 ways to become more sustainable in your home, often you will not only help protect our planet but also save yourself some money!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":989,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[30,15],"tags":[21,24,19,23,29,22,18,20,25],"class_list":["post-988","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-home","category-sustainability","tag-change","tag-composting","tag-consumption","tag-food-waste","tag-gardening","tag-home","tag-recycling","tag-sustainability","tag-waste"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/upmail.co.in\/kindhubs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/988","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/upmail.co.in\/kindhubs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/upmail.co.in\/kindhubs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/upmail.co.in\/kindhubs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/upmail.co.in\/kindhubs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=988"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/upmail.co.in\/kindhubs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/988\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1530,"href":"https:\/\/upmail.co.in\/kindhubs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/988\/revisions\/1530"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/upmail.co.in\/kindhubs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/989"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/upmail.co.in\/kindhubs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=988"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/upmail.co.in\/kindhubs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=988"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/upmail.co.in\/kindhubs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=988"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}