THE FUTURE IS GREEN

SAM WYLIE-HARRIS is full of ideas for sustainable upgrades to make your home more eco-friendly ahead of World Earth Day on April 22

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CREATING a comfortable home that encourages greener living is shaping our lives - and the future.

Moreover, with World Earth Day (April 22) marking its 55th anniversary, EarthDay.org is the driving force behind our commitment to supporting environmental protection - and lifestyle changes.

And with this year’s theme ‘our power, our planet, there's never been a better time to get on board.

Here, an expert shares top tips to champion a healthy, sustainable space and live more responsibly...

Upgrade your windows and doors

Chris Houghton, CEO at clean energy company Egg, says: “Upgrading to energy-efficient windows and doors is a smart investment that enhances both comfort and sustainability.”

Moreover, non-uPVC doors [unplasticised polyvinyl chloride] and double or even tripleglazed windows provide better insulation, notes Chris. “Helping to keep your home warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer.”

By reducing heat loss, he says energy-efficient windows and doors can also significantly lower heating bills.

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