Washing a small load of clothes? Check you washing machine’s settings to see if you can use the “half load” programme to save water and energy.

Group shops are worth the effort! Whether you shop online or go to the supermarket together, buying food and other household items together can be a money-saver and a bit of a bonding experience. It can also reduce waste and saving on multiple deliveries will reduce your carbon footprint too. Afterall, how many loaves of bread do you need in you flat?

Using lids on your pans when cooking will save energy and help heat the contents quicker.

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Some vulnerable people need to keep their homes warmer than normal. However, most of us can save money and energy by dressing for the weather and putting on a jumper before turning up the heating.

Use a microwave. Generally a microwave oven is the most efficient way to heat up and cook food.

Draught excluders are a cheap way of cutting out the chill from poorly fitting doors and windows. Most are also easy to fit, a simple DIY task.

Boiling food on the hob? Only use the water you need to save energy.

Every degree you turn your home thermostat down could save you around £80 to £85 a year on your heating bill.

Hanging out clothes to dry will save you energy and money over using a tumble drier.