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5 steps to make your smart home more sustainable without buying anything new
You can do a lot with what you already have
It's no secret that smart home devices can make your home more sustainable and energy efficient. Smart thermostats can reduce energy wastage by learning your routines, smart lights can turn off automatically when someone leaves the room, and leak-detection systems can stop you from wasting water. However, all these devices cost money, and upgrading every element of your home to be eco-friendly can prevent you from making more significant eco-friendly choices elsewhere (e.g., investing in solar panels or buying a bike to use instead of a car).
