Casa Sustentável Leroy Merlin, por Gabriela Lotufo e Larissa Oliveira - CASACOR São Paulo 2018 | (Rafael Luvizetto/CASACOR)
A small change in your habits at home can contribute a lot to the environment. Selective waste collection, conscious use of water and moderate use of electricity are some of the sustainable habits you can adopt at home , for example. Below, we have separated 6 actions to transform your home into a more sustainable environment. Selective collection
Start with something simple that is within your reach, such as selective waste collection . Separate plastics, glass, metals, organic materials and non-recyclables. The latter must be disposed of by the competent body in your city, the others must be taken to an ecopoint near your home. Correct disposal of electronics
Incorrect disposal of electronics can
cause harm to the environment and people's health. Therefore, always follow the
recommendations of the product manufacturer or find the collection point closest to you. Check out how to safely
dispose of electronics here. Composting
Composting helps reduce food waste , making it an easy solution for recycling waste generated in our homes . Learn all about how to compost at home here . Electrical review
Pay attention to your electricity consumption, check if your electrical appliances have the low consumption seal , identified as A, replace your regular light bulbs with LED ones, in the summer keep the shower in 'summer' mode and whenever possible turn off the appliances from the socket , such as televisions, computers, cell phone chargers, microwaves, for example. Solar energy
CASACOR Paraná 2021 apresenta passarela de 38 m² que capta energia solar (Divulgação/CASACOR)
Also invest in sustainable energy by installing solar panels , which can also represent considerable savings on electricity bills. Adopting this type of energy is relatively easy and straightforward, but understanding the available options can be very helpful in choosing the best system for each property. For example, there are three main residential photovoltaic power generation systems : on-grid, off-grid and hybrid systems. Conscious use of water
One of the most promoted debates in Brazil and in the world is about the conscious use of water , since the possibility of a water crisis could be real in the coming years. Therefore, adopting cost-saving measures not only benefits the population with a lower bill, but also preserves the planet. Cisterna DECA, por Tenório, reutiliza 70 mil litros de água | (Rafael Renzo/CASACOR)
Some changes in habits, in relation to this, could be: reusing water from the washing machine , for example. During the wash cycles, all machines dispense water, which is ideal for washing balconies and backyards. When showering, avoid leaving the shower on for too long; choose to turn it off when you soap yourself. 
