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

Smart meters help you track your energy use in pounds and pence. They can help educate you and your family to reduce your energy bills.

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

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

Cavity wall insulation can help prevent heat loss through your walls. Consider getting this retro-fitted if you still have uninsulated walls.

Use the sun to reduce your heating bills. Leave internal doors open to rooms which trap the sun so the heat can spread to other areas.

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.

If you need to use a tumble drier, make sure you use a full load and keep the lint filter clean. It will keep your machine working more efficiently saving energy while also reducing any risk of fire.

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

Properly used, dishwashers use less water and energy than washing dishes by hand. However, make sure you only wash full loads and don’t pre-rinse everything in the sink first unless it really needs it.