It isn’t a secret that turning on a light bulb consumes energy, and every joule of energy consumed in a household directly or indirectly impacts the environment around us. It is possible, however, to control and limit that energy consumption inside residential properties by being aware and taking the necessary steps. A combination of intelligent lighting systems, regular maintenance of electrical appliances and judicial usage of anything that consumes electricity can help the dream of making Detroit green come into fruition much faster. Read on as we delve into the topic further.