Saving money while protecting the environment is very simple. Get to know how to save on your electricity and water bills, as well as going zero waste. Explore the best tips on how to become more sustainable step by step.

1. Use low consumption bulbs
A small initial investment can save a lot. LED bulbs and fluorescent lamps have a longer life and consume much less than traditional bulbs.

2. Choose efficient appliances
One way to save electricity and money is to replace old appliances, of course, buying new appliances is a high initial investment but it will pay off over time.

3. Effective use of household appliances
There are many tricks that allow you to save, such as using appliances that are charged, at a lower temperature, starting them at night or on weekends. Did you know that energy companies charge more during peak hours, including 16:00 and 21:00?

4. Turn off unusable appliances 
Pay attention! Do not leave the appliances on stand-by and remember not to leave the appliances charging for no reason, they still consume energy. Unplug them!

5. Attention to the temperature
Set a temperature that is not too high, pay attention to any drafts, always leave the radiator free and favor the exchange of air, better when the thermostat does not is active to avoid wasting energy.

6. Use solar panels
One of the best ways to help the planet is to exploit clean energy from renewable sources. A photovoltaic system uses solar energy to power our home system, making us self-sufficient from an energy point of view. Solar panels can reduce hot water costs by up to 80%.

Now let`s talk about how to save on your water bill. The easiest way to save water is using less water. Average water consumption in Europe is around 144 liters per person per day. But our water consumption also goes into the food we eat, the clothes we wear and the products we use every day, making up for thousands of liters!

1. Do not fill the tub completely 
It is also important to prefer the shower to the bathroom.

2. Get a water-saving shower head 
They allow you to save water while maintaining the same pressure and halving consumption.

3. Turn off the tap
Turn off the tap while you brush your teeth or wash dishes, taking shorter showers, and collecting rainwater for gardening and irrigation are just some of the ways we can conserve potable water and save money in the process.

4. Take shorter showers
It is nice to waste some time under the jet of water but you must keep in mind that every minute spent in the shower consumes 6 to 10 liters of water, so it is very important to be careful about the time we use to wash ourselves.

5. Check for leaks
Repairing dripping taps can solve a problem that causes unnecessary water loss.

Easy, right? Try to follow these small actions, the environment and your wallet will be happy!