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.

When cooking you can often use the residual heat to to save energy if you switch your cooker off just before you finish cooking. However, you still need to make sure that your food is properly cooked through.

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

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Thermostatic radiator valves (TRVs) help ensure your heating is evenly distributed where you need it. Check them to make sure they are set properly so each area reaches the temperature you need and gets no hotter.

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

Make sure your radiators are clear so they can heat the space efficiently. Curtains or furniture can easily block them.

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?

If your charger has an LED to show it’s in use, it is still using energy until you switch it off at the wall or unplug it.

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