Cost-Effective Eco-Friendly Tips

Being conscientious of the environment can be hard and sometimes costly as well. But it doesn’t have to be. You can be eco-friendly without breaking the bank. Here are some cost-effective eco-friendly tips to help you out.

7 Cost-Effective Eco-Friendly Helpful Hints

1) Unplug appliances.

When appliances are not in use but are plugged in, they are still using a small amount of electricity. The coffee pot, toaster oven, and fans can all be unplugged when not in use. So if you get into the habit of unplugging things when you’re not using them, you will not only start saving yourself money on your electric bill – you will also be making your carbon footprint smaller by using less electricity and energy.

2) Replace older appliances with newer, more efficient appliances.

Now we know, that it can be a huge up-front expense having to replace appliances that don’t really need to be replaced. But you will save money on your energy bills and eventually it will pay off. You don’t have to do it all at once, but you can save up to $75 a year by making the switch.

3) Use rechargeable batteries.

You will again be spending slightly more money up front, but think about how many times you have to change batteries on those TV remote controls or the kids’ toys. You will save a fortune in purchasing rechargeable batteries once instead of batteries multiple times every year. And you will be keeping more batteries out of landfills – batteries which do not break down and can release harmful chemicals into the environment.

4) Replace your chemical household cleaners with natural cleaners.

You can buy specific green cleaners which will cost you more. Alternatively, if you use something like white vinegar to disinfect, clean, and remove stains and freshen the air, then you’ll be saving huge amounts of money on your cleaning products. And still getting things clean to boot.

5) Whenever possible, skip the car and walk or bike where you need to go.

The obvious savings would be gas savings, but you’ll also save on auto repairs. If you must drive, though, then try to combine errands as much as possible and take a more direct route to get there and carpool whenever possible. If your co-worker needs to pick up their dry cleaning at the same laundromat as you, then just do it together.

6) Research recyclable items and use products that use recyclable items.

It can be cost-effective to use recycled, green products. Companies are learning that they also save by using recycled materials, and they pass those cost savings onto you. However, they need the materials to come back to them if they are going to continue producing recyclable materials. So make sure to recycle your materials when done.

7) Learn to Live Simply.

Ask yourself if you really need to buy the latest new gizmo. Our passion for always having newer and better things takes its toll on the environment as well as our wallets. Stop buying more than you absolutely need.

Just think smart and work hard to be aware of what’s out there. Saving money and being conscientious of the eco system just go hand in hand. If you follow these tips then you will be keeping money in your pocket while also helping protect the planet. It’s a win-win situation.


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