| 1. |
Turn off your TV rather then leave it on stand by - equipment on stand by uses 20% of the energy it would use when fully on. |
| 2. |
Walk or cycle instead of driving short distances – this saves energy and is good for your health |
| 3. |
Turning your heating down by 1°
Celsius - Turning your thermostat down by just 1 degree will take 10% off your heating bill |
| 4. |
Buy 'A' rated kitchen appliances - Appliances are graded from A - G on how energy efficient they are. 'A' appliances use considerably less electricity |
| 5. |
Use energy efficient light bulbs (CFLs) instead of traditional bulbs - they use 1/5th energy and last up to 10 times as long |
| 6. |
Insulate your attic - attic insulation will keep the heat in your home for longer and pay for itself in 2-3 years |
| 7. |
Fit a lagging jacket - lagging your hot water cylinder will keep the water hotter for longer and pay for itself in 2-3 months |
| 8. |
Don't overfill your kettle - By boiling only as much water as you need you are saving energy and water |
| 9. |
Check your radiators for thermostatic radiator valves (TRV's) - This allows you to control the heat of the radiator in each room and regulate the heating of your home more efficiently |
| 10. |
Support renewable energy initiatives in your community. Check out our links page |
