Kitchen

• When replacing kitchen cabinets, choose solid wood certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) for sustainability.
• Choose energy-efficient appliances with the Energy Star label. Older refrigerators are especially big energy wasters. Replace your standard dishwasher with a new model that’s energy-efficient, quiet, and conserves water. You can cut your energy use by up to 30 percent with new qualified appliances.
• Vent your kitchen range hood to the outside for healthier indoor air.

Bath

• Try high-performance showerheads to reduce water use while providing a more pleasing shower experience.
• Look for low-flow toilets with dual flush capability, a great idea that uses more water only when it’s needed.
• Consider a tankless water heater, either mounted under the sink for dedicated use or as a whole-house unit. Tankless water heaters are gaining in popularity because they take up less space and heat water on demand.