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Positive eco living

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MODERN society offers humanity many benefits, including longer lifespans and unpreceden­ted levels of comfort and leisure.

However, it also produces a downside – pollution.

Factories and power plants are major causes of pollution, but people’s homes also contribute to the problem.

When homeowners and residents take action to reduce their own pollution footprint, it has far- reaching and positive consequenc­es.

Going green at home can mean being conscienti­ous about not wasting tap water and turning lights off when they are not in use. This means power plants do not have to produce as much energy, leading to a reduction in pollution.

All of these little things can really add up in one’s pursuit to save the world. If enough people begin going green, the planet will surely stand a far better chance of enduring.

Thus, adopting a green lifestyle at home is an important part of the global drive to protect the environmen­t.

The air- conditioni­ng system accounts for almost half the energy usage in a home. Proper maintenanc­e will keep air conditione­rs running at peak efficiency, meaning lower costs.

Weather- stripping windows and doors provides insulation and reduces the need for air conditioni­ng.

Tall trees can cool the home during a hot sunny day by providing shade.

Programmab­le thermostat­s are highly effective in conserving electricit­y because they can be programmed to run air conditioni­ng only when it is really needed.

The concept of Cogenerati­on Technology, which is tapping waste heat for free hot water shower while running the air conditione­r, is another green lifestyle concept that can reduce your hot water bill and carbon footprint.

Adopt an eco lifestyle now and save energy for future generation­s.

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