Sustainability Program
At Home
There are lots of things each resident can do right at home to contribute to creating a sustainable community. New programs and products are becoming available that will help each of us lighten our impact on the environment.
Recycle
Single-Family Homes
Curbside service is available week with your regular
trash pick up. Recycling extends the life of our landfill and lessens the
need to continually create new packaging out of raw materials that come from
mines (aluminum cans) and petroleum products (plastics). Contact
Republic Services
to obtain the colored recycling bins and visit their website for more
information. To recycle hard to handle items like grocery bags and
electronics, check out this
website.
Apartment and Condominium Communities
Some companies are beginning to offer multi-family housing recycling
services. If you are interested in recycling where you live, contact your
building manager to explore your opportunities.
Ask for a Home Energy Audit
Want to cut your energy bills down? One of the best ways to identify
measures to reduce your energy is through a comprehensive whole-house
evaluation. Trained inspectors can identify areas for improvement and recommend
cost-effective options to save you money. For more information, visit
Home Free Nevada.
Install Energy Saving Products
Programmable thermostats and compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) have
become widely available and can drastically reduce home energy consumption.
Find out about these and other energy saving products at the
Energy Star website.
Use the Sun to Your Advantage
The sun plays a prominent role in the climate of Southern Nevada.
High tech insulation, solar screens for windows, and shade trees in your yard
can help reduce energy costs for air conditioning at peak times in the summer.
You can also harness the sun’s energy by placing solar panels and pool heaters
on the roof of your home.