In today’s day and age, population - and subsequently consumption of resources is on the rise. This has raised great concerns on the topic of living sustainably in the face of increasing natural disasters, global warming and the likes. One of the many things that this has led to is the rise in homeowners seeking to live in homes that are based on ‘green design.’ This is a growing trend that reduces a house’s carbon footprint by using eco-friendly materials, options and solutions, and focuses on factors such as conserving water and saving energy. It should be noted that green design is not simply a formula, but a myriad of options that are utilized based on the area, availability, preferences and the owner budget.
Green design can include anything and everything from energy saving lighting options and inverter-based appliances, to lower flowing toilets and faucets and the use of recycled objects and in-built systems such as mini windmills and solar paneling. It can also include more innovative options such as vegetative roofing, vertical gardens, and passive cooling systems (which emphasizes on natural ventilation). Things that reduce their carbon footprint and contribute to a healthier planet. To meet this demand, home contractor companies are offering a variety of green design services that focus on energy efficiency, water conservation, and sustainable materials.
The Eco Home Site is a Green-Friendly and Eco-Friendly website, dedicated to helping the homeowner learn new ways to help the environment starting with tips and techniques for your home. We offer an article posting section, a green tips sharing resource and a way to contact home improvement contractors who specialize in eco-friendly, green energy enhancements for the home.