If you want to green your kitchen, there are a number of methods you can take to help preserve the environment. It turns out that most kitchen items can be cleaned with baking soda, vinegar, and lemons. You only need to look at the cleaners on celebrity home remodeling shows to see that when they clean, they use these three items.
“Ready-to-use” cleaning products have all kinds of hazard warnings. That should be a sign that it is not good for your kitchen or the environment.
One of the most important elements when trying to create a more ecological kitchen, is to think before you throw away. When casually throwing away leftovers, try to think of what else they might be used for. Many households use vegetable scraps for compost or for vegetable broth. By doing this, you can reduce food waste and this is a great start to making your kitchen more eco-friendly.
If possible, try to choose some energy saving light bulbs. They often cost a bit more, but last longer. This is a great solution for anyone with a ‘green’ mindset.
It may seem really obvious, but recycle, recycle, recycle! Boxes, plastic, and bottles can be dropped off at your local recycling facility. If you wanted to go one step further, think about remodeling your kitchen and using recycled materials. These can include reclaimed wood, stone, and even paper. Many materials come in many beautiful designs, some are even as good as modern high-end kitchens. So it’s worth checking out.
Lastly, keep a good eye when looking for kitchen appliances. Look for the Energy Star symbol; This identifies products that are more energy efficient (typically more than 10-20 percent better). Try convection cookers too, as they cook faster (this obviously has the benefit of having dinner on the table quicker and being eco-friendly too).
Whether you are making small changes or completely changing your lifestyle to adapt to greener methods, every step is positive. Don’t be too hard on yourself if you can only manage one or two of the tips written here on the page; they are just suggestions. If everyone implemented one of these, we would be a much ‘greener’ nation! The environment will thank you and your new lifestyle can have a positive impact on many generations to come!