Kitchen renovators should take steps to ensure that future generations consume less energy within the home, it has been suggested.Michael Holmes, spokesperson for the National Home Improvement Show, noted that homeowners can make eco-friendly additions during renovations by ensuring their property is highly insulated with low energy appliances and lighting.The comments come after Clarence House last week confirmed that solar panels will be installed on the royal residence after permission was granted by Westminster City Council.With many homeowners looking to add value to their home to combat falling house prices, retrofitting a home, like Prince Charles has done, can be considered the ultimate responsible home improvement, said Mr Holmes.He argued that homeowners who install renewable technologies will not only see reduced bills but will also make a strong contribution to environmental protection efforts.Meanwhile, a recent article by Readers Digest claimed that kitchen sinks are the workhorses of homeowners kitchens and bathrooms and as such should rank highly on peoples list of maintenance chores.