Earth Day 2025: Eco-Friendly Homeownership

Earth Day is observed on April 22 every year and serves as a global reminder that Earth is where we all call home! Within your own home, there’s easy and cost-effective ways to care for the planet. Even if you aren’t willing to use reusable toilet paper (yep, it’s a real thing), we’ve come up with 18 ways to make your home more eco-friendly. Plus, the great news is that while you’re helping the planet, you’ll be saving money too by making energy-efficient choices in your home.

Making Your Home Eco-Friendly

Create a more sustainable home with these 18 simple and affordable ways to be an eco-conscious homeowner:

1. LED Light Bulbs: Making the switch to LED bulbs can save the average household $225 in energy costs annually, according to the U.S. Department of Energy.
2. Programmable Thermostat: Allows you to control your heating and cooling to avoid energy waste.
3. Low-Flow Showerheads: Still the perfect pressure without the major water usage.
4. Fixing Drafty Windows: Prevent energy loss by weatherstripping.
5. Insulated Curtains: Also called thermal curtains, these keep the house cool in the summer and warm in the water!
6. Native Plants: By planting local/native plants you reduce the need for lawn maintenance and water usage.
7. Composting: Create nutrient-rich soil for your garden with kitchen scraps.
8. Reusable Air Filters: These help you save money and reduce the waste!
9. Bamboo Flooring: An alternative to hardwood floor that is not only sustainable but affordable.
10. Faucet Aerators: Instant savings with reduced water flow.
11. Energy Star Appliances: Replace old units and upgrade to efficient models that won’t spike energy costs.
12. Ceiling Fans: You can cut cooling costs by just circulating air efficiently.
13. Recycle Old Electronics: Have an old gaming set up laying around? Take it a local center that processes e-waste.
14. Cloth Napkins: A washable alternative to reduce paper waste.
15. Solar Garden Lights: Use the power of the sun from the day to illuminate outdoor spaces at night.
16. Non-Toxic Paints: You can improve your air quality when choosing low-VOC paints.
17. Small Herb Garden: By growing fresh herbs at home, you’re not only saving yourself a trip to the grocery store but also saving our planet from plastic packaging.
18. Go Paperless: Embrace the age of digital billing and documents, like our mortgage process.

Sustainable Homeownership Is in Your Reach

If you’re considering homeownership, it’s important to choose the right lender. With Premier Mortgage Associates, we offer different loan programs aimed at making sustainable homeownership attainable for any situation. Our home financing offers financial flexibility that frees up funds so you can start your home with sustainable appliances, features and products.

How We Support Your Homeownership Journey

At PMA, we make certain that our processes, like our mortgage application are as simple as possible – plus, it’s paperless! Our team is ready to assist you with your home financing needs, from VA Loans for veterans to renovation loans with flexible terms, we have it all.

For instance, a VA loan does not require a down payment, freeing up cash for spending on home improvements. These funds can also go toward the purchase of energy-saving bells and whistles such a low-flow plumbing and LED lights. These upgrades lower the overall carbon footprint of the home and significantly lower the monthly utility bills, making the home more sustainable in the long run.

Start Your Journey to Sustainable Homeownership

Our loan programs are designed to help you secure your homeownership dreams all while staying focused on your financial future. Wanted to get started on your journey? Give us a call today and let us show you how our team can help you achieve eco-friendly homeownership!