Easy tips to go GREEN.

You know the global benefits of conserving energy and water — including personal cost savings. But maybe you're not sure where to start. Here are a few ways to embrace earth-friendly practices in your  home and daily routine. Remember, even the smallest steps help make a difference. 

1) Upgrade to green.  With new government standards and improved technology, modern faucets are more efficient than ever. Saving up to 32% on your water usage, WaterSense certified faucets make going green practically effortless.  A quick, first step toward going green, is installing flow optimized aerators ($3-$5) which enable more effective performance to older faucets without much cost to you.

2) Look, ma, no hands. We waste gallons of water everyday by leaving sink faucets running, but with hands-free electronic faucets you ensure that water is used only when needed. Even simpler - and free - is to turn off the water while loading the dishwasher, brushing your teeth and shaving.

3) On-demand hot water  Tank-less water heaters offer a great way to cut home energy costs without impacting performance. By flash heating water and eliminating the tank water heater's long cycles you can cut energy use by 20%. Can't install one? Time your showers for 2-5 minutes.


4) Optimal clean  Flow optimized showerheads can help further reduce water usage in the bathroom. With a 1.75 gpm, versus the industry standard of 2.5, cutting water consumption and energy costs by up to 30%. 


5) Ditch the bottle  Avoid the need for plastic bottles with water filtering faucets. You will save both your wallet from the cost of purchasing bottled water and help unclog waste disposal sites of these increasingly hazardous items. Can't filter? Buy large sized bottles and re-fill stainless water bottles. It will keep your water cooler also.


6) Keep water in check  It's important to check all water-using products regularly, with the bathroom accounting for roughly 60% of a home's water usage a leaky toilet or faucet can waste thousands of gallons a year without you knowing it.