Article content Reducing one’s carbon footprint starts at home. Many crucial home-related products, now on the market, limit the omissions they produce when used and/or are recycled. These items not only range in their respective level of impact but also in cost, letting homeowners with varying budgets contribute in meaningful ways. Here’s a look at 10 things that were either developed in a way that eliminates waste or function in a way that reduces carbon emissions. WINDOW Try refreshing your browser, or Leave a lighter footprint: 10 ways to improve your home's energy efficiency Back to video A kitchen awning window by Lux Windows and Glass can be supplied and installed for approximately $1,300, depending on the type of low-emissivity glass. Energy-efficient windows will lower the amount of energy transfer in the home, keeping it more comfortable in the summer and warmer in the winter. Proper installation is essential to ensure the area around the frame is insulated and sealed properly.