Spending one minute less in the shower each day will save up to £8 a year off your energy bills, per person. With a water meter this could save a further £11 off annual water and sewerage bills. If everyone in a four-person household did this it would lead to a total saving of £75 a year.

Wash fruit and vegetables in a bowl, not under a running tap, to cut water use. Use the leftover water for your houseplants or patio pots.

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

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

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

Thermal or heavy blinds and curtains can help trap heat and reduce draughts. Close them at night to reduce heating bills.

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

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

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

Switch off radiators in any rooms you are not using regularly and keep internal doors shut to save energy.