Green New Year’s resolutions: 3 simple steps to a greener home
More and more people want to live sustainably, yet many still think it requires a lot of time, money or effort. Fortunately, even a few small adjustments can make a big difference. A new year is the perfect moment to reflect on your goals – or rather, your green New Year’s resolutions. To inspire you, we’ve listed three simple but effective changes that will make your home a little more sustainable. This way, living green becomes achievable, practical and even fun!
Green New Year’s resolutions
Bring more greenery into your home
Plants are not only beautiful, but they also have a positive impact on air quality and your overall well-being. Indoor greenery creates a relaxing atmosphere and adds warmth to your living space. Plants such as the anthurium are ideal: they are robust, bloom for a long time and require very little care. Anthuriums also add an instant pop of colour to your interior. Thanks to their air-purifying qualities, they help create a fresher and healthier indoor climate. By placing different anthuriums throughout your home — for example, in the living room, bathroom and bedroom — you create a natural ambience and a truly green home.
Also read: Air-Purifying Benefits of Anthuriums in Winter
Choose energy-efficient lighting
One of the easiest ways to reduce your energy consumption is to switch to LED lighting. LEDs use up to 80% less energy than traditional bulbs and last much longer. Smart lamps you can dim or control with an app make it easier to avoid leaving lights on. It’s a small investment that quickly pays for itself, while significantly reducing your CO₂ emissions.
Keep the warmth inside
Heat loss is an invisible energy-waster in many homes. With a few simple adjustments, you can retain warmth much more effectively. Consider adding draught excluders, insulating heating pipes, or sealing gaps around windows and doors. Installing radiator foil also helps prevent heat from escaping through the walls. Lowering your thermostat by just one degree saves energy without you even noticing. And only heat the rooms you are actually using.
