Ways to Make Your Container Home More Sustainable
1. Use efficient light bulbs You need a source of light during the night, right? Use energy-saving bulbs as they are affordable and save up to 85% energy compared to traditional fluorescent bulbs. 2. Use local building materials When building a container home, you need a foundation and a roof. The foundation helps keep the container house off the ground and prevents it from sinking into the soil. In addition, the shade offers the container roof protection from extreme weather. When building the foundation and the roof, utilize local building materials. 3. Use eco-friendly insulation The materials you use to insulate your container can make a massive difference to the environment. Use insulations that are eco-friendly such as straw, cotton and hemp. You can use straws for your wall insulation. 4. Install solar panels Depending on where you live, a solar system can ...