Does a Green Home Make a Difference?

Reader Contribution by David Glenn
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There has been a lot of talk in the past few years about the importance of “going green” in our day-to-day lives. And while most people can see the benefits of reducing one’s personal carbon footprint, there are still some skeptics who can’t see the initial price tag attached to a lot of green technology. So what we want to know is, is it worth it? Are you doing any good for the environment, and are there any other benefits to renovating your home to make it more eco-friendly? Let’s take a look at some of the pros and cons of a green home.

Money

When we see the phrase green home, the “green” part is obviously referring to the environmentally friendly benefits. However, for many people, there is a more important “green” that they are concerned about—money. As a result, when they see the high price tag that is attached to eco-friendly technologies such as solar panels, home automation, and smart thermostats, they are often put off immediately. However, there are a lot of energy companies who are working to make such things more affordable, meaning that there is less to pay out, and more to save. For example many energy companies are offering solar panel installation at a low price, and allowing you to buy the energy rather than the panels themselves—something which can save you thousands of dollars.

Furthermore, if you install home automation products such as smart thermostats and automated lighting, you can save money on a regular basis, by creating a more efficient heating and cooling for your house. Even a simple, programmable thermostat can be enough to cut your energy bill in half.

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