We spend an average 62% of our time at home, so where better to start on your quest for a more sustainable future. When it comes to our own homes, 1 in 4 respondents to our Securing Your Future survey series said they were unsure of what changes they could make to run a more sustainable home. So, we’ve developed the Green Home Guide to help you get started.
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Green Home Guide
Get the knowledge to make smart choices that will have a positive impact on your pocket, your property, and the planet
Boost your comfort
Save on utility bills
Help the planet
Where to start
Step 1: Evaluate your home
Assess the energy efficiency of your home to identify areas for improvement and enhance overall sustainability.
Step 2: Explore your options
Whether you're aiming for minor adjustments or major upgrades, there are plenty of options to enhance your home's energy efficiency.
Step 3: Make changes
Changes can be made at your own pace. A gradual shift to a sustainable lifestyle that fits your needs, and budget is essential for lasting change.
Step 1: Evaluate your home
Energy efficiency means using less energy to do the same jobs. Having an energy-efficient home wastes fewer resources, reduces your carbon footprint and saves on your bills.
A Building Energy Rating (BER) is a great measure of your home's energy performance offering valuable insight into energy consumption, and carbon emissions. Arranging a BER assessment can help you identify improvement areas and make informed decisions on how to enhance your homes energy efficiency.
Explore BER Assessment options and learn more about grants available.
Considering your current energy use is the first step to understanding how efficiently you use energy at home. Use this guide to uncover areas where you might be wasting energy and adopt energy-saving habits to optimise your efficiency.
Step 2: Explore your options
You don’t have to spend a lot of money making your home energy efficient, even small changes can make a big difference to your energy consumption. But if you are considering investing in energy upgrades, there is a variety of great options available.
We’ve divided your home energy into 3 categories. Find quick wins and energy upgrades for all three categories.
Home heating
Heating is the biggest energy consumer in your home. Explore practical tips and upgrades available to help you reduce costs and improve efficiency
Water heating
Heating water is the second largest energy consumer in your home, Adopt smart usage practices and consider upgrades, to reduce your consumption
Electricity
Electricity is essential to keep our homes running smoothly, but with a few smart tweaks, you can easily cut down on usage and save on costs
Step 3: Make changes at your own pace
Switching to a green home is a gradual process and changes can be made at your own pace. A gradual transition to a more sustainable lifestyle that aligns with your needs and budget is key to achieving long-lasting and sustainable change.
Identifying and implementing small yet impactful adjustments in your daily energy use is the first step. Follow the ‘Quick Wins’ tips in this guide to transform your energy use.
If you're ready to take the next step and make energy upgrades to your home, you’ll find plenty of suitable options throughout the guide to help you find the upgrades that suit your home best. You can also explore the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) grants which will provide valuable financial assistance, making these improvements more affordable; so, you can enjoy the long-term benefits of reduced energy bills and a smaller carbon footprint without the hassle.
Safeguarding sustainable living
At Allianz, we understand that our customers are embracing sustainable home upgrades. Our policies are designed to protect not only your home but also the environment, which is why we include cover for environmentally friendly / renewable energy-based heating systems and reward customers where their property meets higher energy ratings.
We include cover for the following as standard under the sums insured you have selected for your home – so no extra costs are involved:
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