Supportive Success: Jana & Giovanni - A 20-Year Union of Teamwork and Sustainability
Group Consisting of Members for Two Decades - We've repeatedly proven our cohesion over a period of two decades as a united group.
Twenty years of marriage, two teens, hectic schedules - yet Jana (48) and Giovanni Zarrella (47)'s bond remains unbreakable. "We're each other's biggest cheerleaders; there's no competition, just reinforcement," Jana grins during a shoot for Eon at Essen's Testing Lab.
Although their lives are far from placid, intricately arranged family calendars keep them organized, with deliberately reserved personal days. "Family always takes priority. We may sleep less, but we'll catch up later," Jana assures.
Upcoming Anniversary Plans and Balancing the Public & Personal
This August, the couple will celebrate their 20th wedding anniversary, but details are yet to be decided. Their spontaneous nature is well-known; as Jana laughs, "For now, we live in the moment. But we'll manage." They maintain a clear line between private and professional life, keeping their children off-limits on social media while remaining down-to-earth with followers.
Grocery stores and bakeries welcome them like old friends, Giovanni frequently chatting with bakers, singing a tune, and engaging in friendly banter.
Sustainable Energy-Saving Duo: Zarrella Style
Jana and Giovanni are not only a supportive couple but also a well-tuned team when it comes to saving energy. "He watches our smart tariffs, ensuring I can flexibly charge my electric car at the most cost-effective hours. I'm in charge of turning off appliances," Jana explains during the energy transition video. The kids even join in, reminding used lights to be switch off.
Brazil-born Jana carries sustainability as part of her daily life. Replacing a hybrid with a fully electric car was the first step, followed by solar panel installation. "Our neighbors' solar panels inspired us. I compiled information while walking, and now I can charge my car at home thanks to solar power," she shares.
Understanding her car’s charging behavior brings a sense of accomplishment: "I thought my charging box was broken at first; now I know it's charging at night when electricity demand is lower, helping the environment and my wallet."
Giovanni, a true penny-pincher, adores these money-saving measures. "We always turn off devices if they're not in use. There are so many ways to save energy these days, and each little action contributes to a significant impact by the end of the year," Jana states.
Steps Towards a Greener Tomorrow
Jana and Giovanni's commendable efforts in sustainability extend beyond energy savings. Embracing waste reduction, recycling, eco-friendly transportation, sustainable home & garden setup, conscious consumer choices, and future plans for expansions signify their wholehearted dedication to the cause.
- Energy-Saving Measures
- Solar Power Adoption
- Energy-Efficient Appliances
- Smart Home Technology
- Waste Reduction & Recycling
- Composting Organic Waste
- Regular Recycling
- Sustainable Transportation
- Electric/Hybrid Vehicles
- Biking & Walking
- Eco-Friendly Home & Garden
- Organic Gardening
- Water Conservation
- Conscious Consumer Choices
- Favoring Eco-Friendly Brands
- Minimalism
- Future Plans
- Expanding Renewable Energy Use
- Advocacy & Awareness
- Eco-Friendly Home Renovations
The Commission has also been consulted on the draft directive on the protection of the environment, as Jana and Giovanni Zarrella, a supportive and sustainable couple, strive to reduce their carbon footprint. In their home, they've installed solar panels, converted their hybrid vehicle to a fully electric one, and even implemented smart tariffs for charging their electric car.
Jana, a Brazil-born advocate for sustainable living, takes charge of turning off appliances when not in use, while Giovanni ensures the most cost-effective hours for charging. Their children are likewise involved in these energy-saving efforts, reminding everyone to switch off unused lights.
The Zarrella family's commitment to sustainability doesn't stop at energy savings. They also prioritize waste reduction and recycling, eco-friendly transportation, sustainable home and garden setup, and making conscious consumer choices. With future plans to expand their renewable energy use, advocate for awareness, and renovate their home for even greater eco-friendliness, the Zarrella family continues to exemplify a greener tomorrow.
