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.

Keeping extract fans and vents clean and clear from obstruction reduces energy use and makes then work more efficiently.

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

Think before your print. Reducing the amount of material you print has a long list of benefits including saving paper, chemicals and electricity. More and more offices and industries are going paper free, so think about how you can reduce any printing you do.

Insulate hot water pipes along their full length. Don’t waste the energy you have used to heat your hot water.

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

Solid brick walls can be insulated internally or externally to reduce heat loss.

Make sure you get your boiler properly serviced every year by a competent person. It will keep you warm, safe and make sure it is working efficiently.

Energy and waste champions can engage users with energy efficiency in your buildings. They are a great way of encouraging simple energy efficiency measures and can involve students in schools and colleges whilst providing an additional educational experience. #StudentVoice