What Should I Buy?
The Eco Options program uses stringent criteria to help identify the best products in six product categories.
Carbon Emissions
Insulative Sheathing Under Siding
Resists moisture and saves energy by reducing gaps and drafts
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Sustainable Forestry
Shade Tree
Plant on South and West sides of house to reduce AC energy use by 50% in the summer
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Responsible Chemistry
Pollinator-Friendly Plants
Nature’s Nutrients® attract pollinators
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Circularity
Composters
Turn food scraps into soil-enriching nutrients for more productive gardening
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Water Use
WaterSense® Irrigation Spray Sprinklers
Use 50% less water by putting water where it’s needed
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Water Use
Drip Irrigation Kits
Release water slowly where it’s needed, helping to avoid wasted water runoff
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Water Use
Soaker Hose
Release water slowly where it’s needed, helping to avoid wasted water runoff
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Water Use
Rain Barrel
Release water slowly where it’s needed, helping to avoid wasted water runoff
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Circularity
Composite Decking and Fencing
Made from 95% recycled plastic and wood, 25-year guarantee to not warp or fade
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Carbon Emissions
Spray Foam
Properly insulating the home and sealing gaps and cracks can save up to $200 a year in energy costs
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Water Use
Hose Spigot Cover
Turn off outdoor water supply and cover spigots in winter months
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Sustainable Forestry
Dark Sky-Approved Light Fixtures
Avoid light pollution and neighbor disputes by putting light where it’s needed, not in the sky or in a neighbor’s window
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Carbon Emissions
Solar Panels
Can produce nearly 80% of an average U.S. home’s annual energy needs
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Carbon Emissions
Caulk or Spray Foam Around Windows
Save up to $200 a year on heating and cooling costs by properly sealing and insulating your home
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Carbon Emissions
ENERGY STAR® Water Heaters
Save $80 a year with ENERGY STAR® water heaters
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Carbon Emissions
ENERGY STAR® Light Fixtures
ENERGY STAR® LED bulbs use 70 – 90% less energy
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Carbon Emissions
ENERGY STAR® Ceiling Fans
Integrated lights are 60% more efficient than conventional models
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Carbon Emissions
Window Film
Help block UV rays and reduce AC energy costs by blocking out heat in summer months
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Sustainable Forestry
FSC-Certified Wood
Certifies responsibly managed forests that protect water quality and biodiversity, and prohibits harvest of rare, old-growth forest
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Responsible Chemistry
Zero- and Low-VOC Paints
GREENGUARD® Gold-certified for indoor air quality
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Carbon Emissions
ENERGY STAR® Room ACs
Use 10% less energy and save up to $70 a year in energy costs
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Carbon Emissions
ENERGY STAR® Clothes Washers
Use 33% less water and 25% less energy, or $35 a year
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Carbon Emissions
ENERGY STAR® Dryers
Electric dryers are 20% more energy-efficient than gas dryers and 18% more energy-efficient than non-ENERGY STAR® models
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Carbon Emissions
ENERGY STAR® Refrigerators
Use less energy than a 60-watt incandescent light bulb
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Carbon Emissions
ENERGY STAR® EV Charging Stations
Residential Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
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Circularity
Carpet Pad
Future Foam Step Ahead carpet pad is made from Nike Grind, a foam made from post-industrial Nike footwear foam
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Responsible Chemistry
Vinyl Flooring
Free of ortho-phthalates for healthier indoor air quality
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Carbon Emissions
Flooring Underlayment
Redgard uncoupling mat for tile and stone is 70% recycled content
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Circularity
Insulation
Not sure if you have enough? If you can see the floor joists in your attic, you need more insulation
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Carbon Emissions
Spray Foam
Seal gaps and cracks to save energy and block out unwanted pests
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