Why We Make Smart Choices

According to a study by the Natural Resources Defense Council, smart appliances have the potential to reduce energy consumption by 12-15%. This could lead to a reduction of up to 150 million tons of carbon dioxide emissions. In a war against the burning of fossil fuels and an increase in global temperatures; leading to severe weather events, this is a huge win! We all have our quota to contribute to climate action, and one of the ways we can make a difference is by using smart devices and appliances in our homes.

Get started today with a basic smart home setup and enjoy the ultimate in-home automation technology.

All you need are:

• Smart LED bulbs - With a tap on your phone or voice command, you can control the brightness, color, and ambiance of your rooms. These bulbs have a longer life than your average LED bulbs and they are far more energy efficient.

• Smart plugs – These allow you to control your lights, fans, and other devices with a voice command or a tap on your phone. It’s the fastest way to make appliances in your home smart without having to upgrade them.

• Smart speakers – whether you have other smart devices in your home this device is still essential. It affords you the experience of the power of voice control and makes your life easier with other smart devices and appliances. Play music set reminders, control your smart devices, and access information hands-free.

By using these smart devices, we can reduce our energy consumption and lower our carbon footprint. Of course, you could always add to these with a suite of other smart gadgets. These basics are the most essential for getting you started on a journey towards efficiency, reduced energy bills, and a better climate future.

When I published my first issue (and if you haven’t read that you should), my best friend read it and wanted to know how she could do something about her expenditure. She was on a tight budget and was intrigued to learn that taking climate action could help her spend less on her bills. At the time, she was looking to make some cuts to accommodate a few more appliances for her new apartment.

This brought to mind the fact that climate action is not about slowing down global warming or reducing carbon emissions. Climate action can be about our everyday lives and decisions and how we get from today to tomorrow. The climate crisis is not just limited to the weather channel. Its impact is being felt across all industries and the economy is no exception. The sooner we start taking action, the better chance we have of reducing the number of greenhouse gases being released into the atmosphere. This will help ensure a better future for ourselves and future generations.

This newsletter seeks to incentivize climate action and encourage everyone to contribute towards a better climate future, by using smart appliances and implementing energy-saving practices. We can all play a role in fighting climate change, and also save money on our energy bills. Let's take advantage of the technology available to us and make a difference in the fight against climate change.