Carbon monoxide is a silent killer. Every year in the UK it kills around 50 people and sends 4000 to A&E for emergency treatment. Make sure you get all your combustion appliances properly serviced and fit an alarm. Good quality alarms are available from most DIY suppliers and take minutes to fit. It could save your life!

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?

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.

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

Save energy with your washing machine. Modern washing powders often let you achieve the same results with lower temperatures.