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    Tips for embracing green living to boost savings in India
    Embrace sustainability to boost savings

    Tips for embracing green living to boost savings in India

    By Simran Jeet
    Sep 12, 2024
    09:23 pm

    What's the story

    In today's world, the concept of green living is gaining momentum in India.

    It's seen not just as a way to protect the environment but also as a means to enhance personal savings.

    By adopting eco-friendly habits, individuals can significantly cut their daily expenses.

    This article explores practical tips for incorporating green practices into your lifestyle, leading to substantial savings over time.

    Tip 1

    Reduce, reuse, recycle

    One of the foundational principles of green living is to reduce, reuse, and recycle.

    By minimizing waste, you can save money on purchasing new items.

    For instance, reusing shopping bags instead of buying new ones each time you shop can save you approximately ₹1-₹5 per bag depending on the type.

    Recycling paper and plastics not only reduces waste but also conserves resources.

    You're
    20%
    through

    Tip 2

    Energy efficiency at home

    Switching to energy-efficient appliances and light bulbs can drastically cut down your electricity bills.

    LED bulbs consume up to 75% less energy compared to traditional incandescent bulbs and last 25 times longer.

    Although the initial cost might be higher, the long-term savings are significant.

    For example, replacing five incandescent bulbs with LEDs could save you about ₹1,000 annually on electricity bills.

    You're
    40%
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    Tip 3

    Water conservation techniques

    Water conservation is a key aspect of green living that directly affects your savings.

    By fixing leaky faucets and installing low-flow showerheads, you can reduce your water usage significantly, by up to 50%.

    For an average family that spends about ₹500 on water bills each month, these straightforward changes could lead to savings of roughly ₹250 every month.

    You're
    60%
    through

    Tip 4

    Opt for public transport

    Using public transportation or carpooling instead of driving alone not only reduces carbon emissions but also saves money on fuel and maintenance costs associated with personal vehicles.

    If commuting costs you about ₹5 per kilometer by car, switching to public transport could halve this expense, depending on various factors like distance and mode of transport chosen.

    You're
    80%
    through

    Tip 5

    Grow your own food

    Starting a small kitchen garden for herbs and vegetables can significantly cut down grocery bills while ensuring that your food is organic and pesticide-free.

    Initial setup costs may vary, but maintaining a garden is relatively inexpensive.

    Even growing herbs like basil or mint could save you around ₹50-₹100 per month compared to buying them from stores.

    Done!
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