A dripping tap can waste at least 5,500 litres of water a year. If this is hot water you’re also wasting the energy used to heat it. Get leaking taps fixed promptly.

Make the most of your oven. Filling an oven and batch cooking meals can save energy and money. If you share your home with others, planning meals and eating collectively can help build relationships whilst saving both energy and money.

Still using tungsten, halogen or fluorescent bulbs? Changing to LED lighting can save energy and money.

Only fill your kettle with the water you need. You will save both water and energy.

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

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.