TOP 3 WAYS TO REDUCE YOUR CARBON FOOTPRINT AT HOME

A considerable portion of our carbon footprints come from our lives at home and the energy we use whilst going about our day to day business. Everything from heating our homes and washing our clothes to charging tech and eating dinner has an impact on the environment.

In the modern world, it is no longer enough to be aware of our carbon footprints, we all need to be actively working to reduce them. Of course, it’s not all down to the individual, but there are a few steps we can all take to do our bit.

Here are GE National’s top 3 ways to reduce your carbon footprint at home.

HEATING AND INSULATION

Every winter, homes in the UK use vast amounts of energy attempting to stay warm, with households contributing to around 15% of greenhouse emissions. A sure way to reduce your carbon footprint is to ensure that your home is properly insulated. This prevents heat loss through extremities such as roofs and windows, therefore using less energy to stay warm.

Additionally, turning down your thermostat by a few degrees and putting on an extra layer of clothing makes a huge difference in the long run.

Of course, nobody likes being cold. When you do need to heat a property, among the most eco-friendly heating solutions available to homeowners in the UK are air source heat pumps. These draw warm air from outside a property and use it to heat the water in radiators, storage cylinders and underfloor heating.

SOLAR PANELS

No discussion of green energy would be complete without the mention of these incredible inventions. Solar panels work by transferring sunlight into direct current (DC) energy using photovoltaic cells. The DC current is then converted to a usable current using an inverter. In other words, they’re amazing! There are numerous benefits that accompany the installation of solar panels at your home. By implementing solar power into your home, you’ll save money on your energy bills and reduce your overall impact on greenhouse emissions.

Solar panels can even generate electricity when it’s cloudy, so UK weather is no issue.

GO ELECTRIC

Sure, this isn’t a home-specific point, but it’s a good one! Making the switch from a traditional petrol or diesel car to an electric or hybrid vehicle has a huge impact on the reduction of your carbon footprint. Not only do these vehicles emit fewer carbon emissions when driving, but you can charge them from your own home!

By installing an electric vehicle charger at your property, you can eliminate the inconvenience of searching for a charging point whilst on a journey. What’s more, these cost-effective outlets can be connected to your solar panels, allowing you to charge your car for free!

GE NATIONAL: GREEN ENERGY EXPERTS

If you’re thinking of installing solar energy or another green power source in your home, GE National can help. Our friendly and reliable team members are experienced in installing green energy packages all over the UK.

For a free survey or to ask us any questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch. Call us now on 07903 344 025 or send an email to [email protected]