There are many small things you can do to make your home eco-friendly, and one of them is to make some changes to your kitchen. If you’re concerned about your home’s impact on the environment, here are five ways to give your kitchen a touch of green. 

Cook smartly 

A good way to make your kitchen environment-friendly is to opt for appliances that use less energy. For instance, rather fire up the full-size ovens for small dishes; you can use a small convection oven or microwave, which uses 30% less energy. Another thing you can do is to make sure you cook with a lid to keep heat from escaping. 

Energy-friendly windows

As a homeowner, you don’t have to turn on the lights all the time when you can opt for energy-efficient windows. The windows are larger than the common types and also let in more light. What’s more, this energy-efficient window can also reduce the amount of heat loss. 

Appliances 

From dishwashers to fridges and stoves, appliances use a lot of energy. In response to the demand for energy-efficient solutions, manufacturers are now producing low-energy appliances. Consider upgrading the appliances in your kitchen to reduce energy use. It’s also best to make sure the appliances are high-quality so you won’t have to dispose them quickly. 

Recycled fixtures 

We’re now in the era where reclaimed and recycled stuff has become a symbol of luxury. Most recycled fixtures are made in an eco-friendly manner, so decorating kitchen decor with recycled light fixtures, drawer handles, and faucets can go a long way to make your kitchen look unique. 

Dishwashing

Washing a load of dishes in a dishwasher requires more water than washing dishes by hand. A good way to use less energy and water is to run one load with a full dishwasher instead of two loads with a half-full dishwasher. 

Every kitchen adds to the environmental load, but using the tips above can help make your kitchen more environment-friendly and energy-efficient.