 Improve air quality and reduce emissions that contribute to climate change. This can include products such as no and low Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) paints, tankless water heaters, air purifiers, and air filters. |
» Air Purifiers
CO2 emissions are the largest contributor to global warming. You can reduce these emissions by purchasing ENERGY STAR® qualified products. The average 1,500 square foot home collects 40 pounds of dust per year. ENERGY STAR® qualified air purifiers will help you and your family breathe easier while saving you money and lowering CO2 emissions. Operating 35% more efficiently than standard models, an ENERGY STAR® qualified purifier saves an average of 215 kWh per year, preventing 370.9 pounds of CO2 from entering the earth's atmosphere.
» Tankless Water Heater
Help save the ozone by lowering CO2 emissions with a tankless water heater. Tankless water heaters average a 98% efficiency rate compared to 80% for a standard tank water heater, resulting in CO2 emission savings. Tankless water heaters heat water only when needed, which can save you 20% on your energy bills, unlike standard water heaters that store gallons of water that needs to be constantly heated and reheated. Not only will you save on energy bills and CO2 emissions, but on space as well. Tankless water heaters are small enough to fit in a closet, in a cupboard, or under a sink.
» Low Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) Paint
The average adult spends more then 80% of their time indoors, making indoor air quality very important to maintaining good health.
Indoor paints are usually applied in occupied spaces, meaning people are more likely to be exposed to volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from the paint, even for up to six months after application.
The Home Depot offers a line of Glidden paints that have low or no VOCs, which means they emit fewer pollutants and have a lower odor. This improves indoor air quality, outdoor air quality and allows you to enter painted rooms faster.
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